2F's look bad?

[jhz21]

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I'm going into my final year and taking the DAT after Spring semester.
I've managed to get and maintain a c3.6gpa and s3.7 gpa- with 2F's and 1D under my belt (non-science/math related courses). How bad would this look when applying?

 

[BU2012]

I think it would raise a red flag, but your GPA is pretty great despite those grades and as long as you made A's in the pre-reqs and have a competitive DAT, then you should be fine. Probably no need to remediate non-prereqs. When did you receive them? The later in your curriculum, the more it will hurt your application.

 

[timwatley]

It would probably be best to ask the schools. Doing this would let you save money by dropping the schools that had a problem with it and keeping the schools that didn't.

In my opinion, since they aren't science courses it's not too big of a deal. You've managed a pretty good GPA and have excelled in science courses. I can see it coming up in interviews and if that ever happens just be honest and admit you have a weakness.

 

[nboogie]

I have two Fs, one C, and my GPA is lower than yours and I got accepted. The schools I interviewed at didn't even ask me about them.

 

[jhz21]

I actually received those two F's in 2004 when I was a freshman at a CC, I received a 1.75gpa.
Dropped out- joined the Marines for four years.
Got honorable discharged as a Sgt, and now this is where I am.
Just needed some motivation and discipline.. I guess.
It's been a long road!

 

[premolar9]

2004? I wouldn't worry about it too much. Maybe mention in your ps that you became motivated and disciplined I guess...you'll be fine 🙂 especially since it's not science courses. Good luck!

 

[Polk]

You are worrying about nothing. You served our country and got it together.

It is absolutely a nonissue.

 

[BU2012]

I agree. This is definitely a non-issue. Get a solid DAT and you should be set.

Thank you for your service!