Applying to DSchool... made a D (Thoughts/Advice)

[King of Dent]

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Hey Guys!

I'm a junior in college and I just finished Fall semester, only to find out that I made a D in biochem (terrible professor) , which is now a prerequisite for dental school. I had a 3.4 GPA, but the D has brought me down to a 3.34. This is my FIRST D in a college science course, and I have made only A's and B's in all my science courses. I am currently studying to take the DAT by the end of Jan/Feb to apply for the next cycle. I'm going to take the course over in the summer to get a higher grade!

*My question is: Will I be ruled out because of my D in biochem (I feel like a COMPLETE FAILURE), even if I take it over. How would I explain this to dental schools to have a chance of admittance?

 

[predentalgirl]

I feel you. I don't think you are ruled out, per say. Retake it and get an A!

I got a D in Ochem 2, and retook it and passed (I did not even get an A..) and I snagged one acceptance at Marquette!

They did ask my about it indirectly in my interview. Like, it was phrased "When you struggle in a class, like you did previously, what do you do?" So I mentioned my study strategies. And clearly they liked my honestly about it!

I think you will fine! Just do better the second time! I don't think all is lost.

 

[y3nd0]

Since it's a pre-req, you should retake it as most schools want a C or above for all their pre-reqs. You won't be ruled out. If anything, it might come up in an interview as to why you got that D. Give an honest answer as to why you got that D (the prof's teaching style didn't suit you, blah blah). Just do lots better the next time (B+ and up) and you'll be good. 🙂

 

[King of Dent]

Thank you guys! I feel a lot better now. But I was thinking that in the back of my head lol... like if everything on my application looks great, they wouldn't just reject me instantly. Also, I'm applying to Howard, Meharry, GA, Louisville, & Tufts if that matters any?