Effect of an "unsatisfactory" on transcript

[TheComebacKid]

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My post bacc program required me to take an mcat preparatory class that was worth 6 semester units. It was graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory. the grade was determined strictly based on attendance. Due to a family emergency, I had to miss one week of class and as a result received an unsatisfactory grade on my transcript. I have tried to reason with the administration but to no avail.

I maintained a 4.0 gpa and I noticed that the unsatisfactory grade did not affect my gpa. However I am concerned that my application will be looked upon in a negative light for this grade, and lord knows the last thing I need is another reason for medical school to deny me an acceptance. How do you guys think this will affect my application?

Thanks for the input!

 

[DrMidlife]

Your MCAT score will answer any question.

Every med school app secondary has a place to discuss any academic anomalies. You might want to mention it there.

Best of luck to you.