Would a 3.0 science GPA look SIGNIFICANTLY better than a 2.99 science GPA?
Its tough to say. I think at first glance it definitely looks better and may not stick out as much as having a 2.XX. However some schools like UNLV just stick your GPA into a formula with many variables, and thus a 0.01 change wont make much difference.
Would a horticulture or human nutrition class be a science class, and Would this be a science course: "Visions of the Universe". The class is offered by the "Integrative Studies Physical Sciences" department.
Check the FAQ section for AADSAS:
https://aadsas.adea.org/aadsas2008/faqs_dir.htm
Here is an excerpt from the coursework section:
Q: I am having trouble classifying some of my courses. How do I decide to classify my classes as BCP-Other Science-Non Science?
A: Use the examples offered inside the Coursework section of the application as a guideline. Use your best judgment in determining the best placement of your courses.
Occasionally, applicants have questions about whether they should count a particular course as a BCP or Other Science course, even though it is not taught in a BCP or Other Science department. For example:
· A student may take an upper-level psychology course such as "The Physiology of the Brain" that is heavily based in the biological sciences; that course can be counted as a BCP course, even though it was offered through the Department of Psychology, a "Non Science" department.
· An engineering student took Chemistry for Engineers. This course can be considered a BCP course, even though it was offered through the College of Engineering, an "Other Science" department.
· A dental hygiene student took these two courses:
o Principles of Pathology, a course offered through the Department of Dental Hygiene. This course can be considered a BCP course, even though it was offered through Dental Hygiene, an "Other Science" department.
o Treating Pediatric Patients, another Dental Hygiene course would be considered an "Other Science" course because its focus is primarily clinical.
· A medical technology student took these two courses:
o Hematology, a course offered through the Department of Medical Technology. This course can be considered a BCP course, because it deals with the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system. Even though it was offered through the Department of Medical Technology, an "Other Science" department, it would be considered BCP.
o Clinical Laboratory Safety and Phlebotomy, two other Medical Technology courses would be considered "Other Science" courses because their focus is primarily clinical.
o (The AADSAS Transcript Processing Department will verify each course subject after receipt of your official transcripts. If you notice any discrepancies contact Customer Service Representatives (
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