Hard to improve GPA

[glamqueen]

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So I have a 3.56 GPA...even with a second undergrad, it's practically impossible to raise it above a 3.65 (ok it is impossible mathmatically). Anyone else in the same boat and frustrated?

I'm aiming for at least something over a 3.6, but it's still hard, because I just have so many credits...

I'm so frustrated too, because of course the classes I have left are the hard ones...organic 1 and 2, which are nearly impossible at my institution..the second physics, gen chem 2...yikes.

I realize I still have a good shot if I kick ass on the MCAT, but that doesn't stop me from being frustrated on a daily basis.

 

[Law2Doc]

So I have a 3.56 GPA...even with a second undergrad, it's practically impossible to raise it above a 3.65 (ok it is impossible mathmatically). Anyone else in the same boat and frustrated?

I'm aiming for at least something over a 3.6, but it's still hard, because I just have so many credits...

I'm so frustrated too, because of course the classes I have left are the hard ones...organic 1 and 2, which are nearly impossible at my institution..the second physics, gen chem 2...yikes.

I realize I still have a good shot if I kick ass on the MCAT, but that doesn't stop me from being frustrated on a daily basis.

I don't get it. A 3.5 and a 3.6 have pretty much the same odds. That range is pretty much the average for matriculants. A string of A's showing a nice current ability at the end is all you might want - the GPA movement won't be a big deal. As for the MCAT, shoot to do as well as you can. But bear in mind that numbers are only part of the analysis. A strong reason for "why medicine", good essays, good ECs, good LORs, and good interviewing skills will also be necessary.

 

[glamqueen]

Ok so I am being dramatic over the difference bt a 3.5 and a 3.6, which is good to hear. I know I am stressing way too much.....Thanks for your response!