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While reading through all the gunning-for-ROAD threads, it occurred to me that some schools have grade systems (some even include +/-), where others have P/F. I could see this being problematic when it comes time to apply for the match. I recognize that the COMLEX and USMLE act as equalizers, much like the MCAT, but how detrimental can a GPA be to an applicant with great board scores and solid LORs/rotation marks? When you have two candidates with all other stats similar, who gets the nod? The applicant that passed everything or the applicant with a 3.2 GPA? Is this where rank comes into play? What if rank isn't taken?
Additionally, everyone talks about the average GPA for med school applicants. How about average GPAs for residency applicants? I know that everyone's aiming for a 4.0...but are people still matching into competitive programs with a 3.5? I've not seen any data on this and was hoping for some insight into it.
Additionally, everyone talks about the average GPA for med school applicants. How about average GPAs for residency applicants? I know that everyone's aiming for a 4.0...but are people still matching into competitive programs with a 3.5? I've not seen any data on this and was hoping for some insight into it.