got a MD, but crappy undergrad grades... do i need to re-take?

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so i've got my master's degree in exercise science, and was planning on taking the PCAT in october, but my undergrad grades are just so terrible i think i'm just wasting my time....

i got mostly B's and C's in all my undergrad sciences. do you guys think i need to re-take my science courses? i am kinda freakin out here because i've been in school for so damn long and don't really have much to show for it....

 

[CopToEM]

so i've got my master's degree in exercise science, and was planning on taking the PCAT in october, but my undergrad grades are just so terrible i think i'm just wasting my time....

i got mostly B's and C's in all my undergrad sciences. do you guys think i need to re-take my science courses? i am kinda freakin out here because i've been in school for so damn long and don't really have much to show for it....

You won't know until you try.

 

[sungieality]

Sorry, this is totally unrelated but.. I think you mean MS or MA. :x

 

[BelmontUSOP2]

so i've got my master's degree in exercise science, and was planning on taking the PCAT in october, but my undergrad grades are just so terrible i think i'm just wasting my time....

i got mostly B's and C's in all my undergrad sciences. do you guys think i need to re-take my science courses? i am kinda freakin out here because i've been in school for so damn long and don't really have much to show for it....

Be logical about this...reign in the hysteria and ask the essential question: Is my UG GPA able to meet the minima for SOPs? Normally, this is about 2.7. If so, you are eligible to have an application considered.

Without taking the PCAT, you are eligible for consideration at a very small number of SOPs, and that reduces your odds. Your options expand greatly once you have a PCAT that is at or above 50%. Ignore the mythologies that one must have a PCAT in the 90s to secure a seat. Statistically, such is not possible given the number of PCAT takers/number of seats available.

You must also inventory your assests: experience, maturity, and 2 completed prior degrees. Over 60% of all applicants in the coming cycle will not have these.

The process allows you to control much of your destiny: you recruit your LORs; you craft your Personal Statement; you manage any interview performances; you choose to act proactively with specific SOPs of interest.

My advice is just begin the process if you are serious about it. Like any other journey, it begins with a first step, much of the activity is dull, much of the scenery is not flashy, but eventually you get to a destination.

Eric H. Hobson, Ph.D.
Associate Dean
Belmont USOP

 

[jyw003]

Be logical about this...reign in the hysteria and ask the essential question: Is my UG GPA able to meet the minima for SOPs? Normally, this is about 2.7. If so, you are eligible to have an application considered.

Without taking the PCAT, you are eligible for consideration at a very small number of SOPs, and that reduces your odds. Your options expand greatly once you have a PCAT that is at or above 50%. Ignore the mythologies that one must have a PCAT in the 90s to secure a seat. Statistically, such is not possible given the number of PCAT takers/number of seats available.

You must also inventory your assests: experience, maturity, and 2 completed prior degrees. Over 60% of all applicants in the coming cycle will not have these.

The process allows you to control much of your destiny: you recruit your LORs; you craft your Personal Statement; you manage any interview performances; you choose to act proactively with specific SOPs of interest.

My advice is just begin the process if you are serious about it. Like any other journey, it begins with a first step, much of the activity is dull, much of the scenery is not flashy, but eventually you get to a destination.

Eric H. Hobson, Ph.D.
Associate Dean
Belmont USOP

Wow. I wish I had someone talk to me like this. Seriously...👍

 

[triumphbr]

jyw003..

I feel you need to be talked to... so here goes

Be logical about this...reign in the hysteria and ask the essential question: Is my UG GPA able to meet the minima for SOPs? Normally, this is about 2.7. If so, you are eligible to have an application considered.

Without taking the PCAT, you are eligible for consideration at a very small number of SOPs, and that reduces your odds. Your options expand greatly once you have a PCAT that is at or above 50%. Ignore the mythologies that one must have a PCAT in the 90s to secure a seat. Statistically, such is not possible given the number of PCAT takers/number of seats available.

You must also inventory your assests: experience, maturity, and 2 completed prior degrees. Over 60% of all applicants in the coming cycle will not have these.

The process allows you to control much of your destiny: you recruit your LORs; you craft your Personal Statement; you manage any interview performances; you choose to act proactively with specific SOPs of interest.

My advice is just begin the process if you are serious about it. Like any other journey, it begins with a first step, much of the activity is dull, much of the scenery is not flashy, but eventually you get to a destination.

Eric H. Hobson, Ph.D.
Associate Dean
Belmont USOP

now go conquer the world

 

[BelmontUSOP2]

View from the corner office:

After 20+ years in this business, I ought to have figured out a few key things. Thanks for the strokes. It's been a very busy week and I find the interaction at SDN to be very rewarding.

I'm happy to provide whatever advice I can on and off-line.

Enjoy the long weekend....I intend to.

Eric H. Hobson, Ph.D.
Assoc. Dean
Belmont USOP

 

[rphfan2009]

so i've got my master's degree in exercise science, and was planning on taking the PCAT in october, but my undergrad grades are just so terrible i think i'm just wasting my time....

i got mostly B's and C's in all my undergrad sciences. do you guys think i need to re-take my science courses? i am kinda freakin out here because i've been in school for so damn long and don't really have much to show for it....

Retake the ones that you have C's in.