Curious about sGPA

[PTO]

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I don't believe my situation to be too grave, but I'm curious about how I should move forward. I was a psychology major in college, came out with a 3.5 cGPA. But, I went to a CC my first two years and even though I wasn't interested in the sciences at the time I was advised to take them for my associates. I did fine in bio with an A but wasn't motivated for physics and got a C.

At this point in my life I am completely dedicated to going to med school, I took this year off since I just graduated to complete and internship at a nearby psychiatric centre. I believe a post bacc is right for me, especially if I can do well in the sciences there but my main inquiry is should I do the math/science classes over if I did poorly in them? I'm also considering the GRE to up my chances at getting into a post bacc, I live in NY so NYU is my goal post bacc wise.

Thank you all.

 

[deleted248403]

my main inquiry is should I do the math/science classes over if I did poorly in them?

Yes, anything starting with "C" and below needs repeating

 

[PTO]

Just to clarify, it needs a repeat before the post bacc or within the post bacc? The latter is going to happen anyway, but should the former?

 

[deleted248403]

A post-bac is any class taken after you graduated, so there is no real before/during situation here.

Also, if you think you need it to get into the program you wish to attend, then you should do it before obviously.

And not at a CC

 

[PTO]

Well, I'm not sure how rigorous getting into a post bacc such as NYU's is, would you think I'd have to retake it for post bacc admission?

 

[deleted248403]

Its not a very rigorous (nor good IMO)

With a 3.5 cGPA, you'll be fine for gaining admittance provided everything else is in line

 

[PTO]

Being from NY I suppose I just like the area and (even though I do know the argument surround linkages) I like the linkages. Would you consider me a person who has a shot at a more rigorous program? I wouldn't mind relocating, I'm just looking for the best chance to get into a decent medical school.

 

[PTO]

I know some post baccs start their admissions relatively soon (in the fall?) and I was wondering if I should be taking maybe a math or science course not listed on the curriculum to showcase my ability? If I were to do this, considering schools mainly start soon, I'd have to act fast. Thank you.

 

[Bru]

I don't think it would be worthwhile in terms of aiding your postbacc admission.