Class Retaking

[Otapp]

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Hello all,

My prerequisite gpa is kind of low, around a 3.4-3.5. The reason not being that I did poorly in one particular class, but I rather I was an unfocused student and got mostly Bs, B+s. These grades are from several years ago before I would have even considered grad school. Would it be silly to retake classes I got Bs in? Would this show dedication or gpa pandering? If I ace all my B classes my prereq gpa would be in the 3.65-3.8 range depending on if the grade is replaced or averaged.

My cum gpa is also kind of poor at a 3.3 so I would think a higher prereq gpa would be needed to balance it out. I kind of just want to take classes to show that I can be an A student when I have a focused goal. If i don't retake my prereqs, I was thinking about a self styled post-bacc of classes that might be helpful (classes like kinesiology, health psychology, gerontology). Worth it or a waste of time and money?

Other things about my application so far: lots of extracurriculars during undergrad, 50+ observation hours, started part-time work as a CNA on weekends, GRE v 157 q 156 w 4. I feel woefully average.

 

[KimVee007]

Hi! Im sorry you feel woefully average, but if it makes you feel any better your GPA is not low to me! I think it is a strong GPA, and I do not think you should retake any courses without first seeing the outcome of the schools you apply to! I have a 3.0 because I had an accident senior year, but I have extracurriculars as well, and I am only applying to one school. If anything, maybe you can retake the GRE as it is more convienient to do than taking many classes over.

 

[jewel11786]

I too would say that your GPA is still good. I got a few B's and even a B- in one of my pre-req classes and I got accepted. I'd honestly say that you should apply to a few schools anyway and if you don't get in, then re-evaluate your application and stregthen those areas. College courses are expensive and it isn't worth paying extra if you don't have to.