MD gpa question

[DrPresident]

I am aware that for DO, retake grade replaces old grade when gpa is calculated. For MD applications though, I cannot find the answer as to how retakes are used in gpa calculation. Can someone offer an answer as well as a definitive source? Thanks!

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[NonTradJp]

The AMCAS's Manual has more info but basically each class is counted separately. So if you take biochemistry 12 times you get 12 grades.

 

[Catalystik]

For MD applications though, I cannot find the answer as to how retakes are used in gpa calculation. Can someone offer an answer as well as a definitive source?

 AMCAS counts all attempts of a repeated course, even if your school does not.

See page 8: https://www.aamc.org/students/download/182162/data/amcas_instruction_manual.pdf

 

[ndafife]

Direct quote from the AMCAS Application Manual:
AMCAS counts all attempts of a repeated course, even if your school does not.

 

[baxt1412]

they all get included. you could take the same course 5 times and all 5 attempts would be included in your calculated GPA unless it's a W which would not be calculated.

 

[DrPresident]

Thank you all!! I figured this was the case. I appreciate the help.

 

[caffeinemia]

yup, sorry mate. it's an unforgiving system. but do is still doctor and residency is still residency!