GPA in Regards to Re-takes

[Parthenon89]

I know that MD schools average the two grades for a class that you re-took and that DO schools consider only the higher grade, I was wondering how SMP Programs calculate your GPA when you have retaken classes.

Much thanks.

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[TyrKinase]

From what I've seen, most programs play by the AMCAS rules (i.e. Drexel IMS, Georgetown SMP) although DO-specific SMPs might use grade replacement. It's probably a good idea to contact the programs you're interested in directly and ask whether or not you're a competitive applicant.

 

[deleted248403]

id agree with TyrKinase.

Assume AMCAS (unless its a DO-specific) - that way you wont be over-expecting the change in GPA