In My Case.. B.A. vs B.S (Bachelor of Art vs. Bachelor of Science)

[Riko]

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Because of not being able to pass one course (Calc II)
I did not fulfill requirement of BS in Biology.

Currently, I have postponed my graduation degree, because I was not so sure if getting B.S. degree would be worth it. (I can request to get B.A. anytime when I want)
I already walked commencement, and "graduated" this May. (like all my friends think)
However, if one more semester of retaking this course (Math II) + something else to enhance my g.p.a. is it worth the time and money?

So my question is, when I have B.A., would the schools see that I have taken most rigorous biology courses (like B.S), and take me competitive as B.S. student?

I am an international student, so it is big decision for me to go back to U.S. (re-issue I-20, find place to live, etc)

 

[LaughingGas]

Because of not being able to pass one course (Calc II)
I did not fulfill requirement of BS in Biology.

Currently, I have postponed my graduation degree, because I was not so sure if getting B.S. degree would be worth it. (I can request to get B.A. anytime when I want)
I already walked commencement, and "graduated" this May. (like all my friends think)
However, if one more semester of retaking this course (Math II) + something else to enhance my g.p.a. is it worth the time and money?

So my question is, when I have B.A., would the schools see that I have taken most rigorous biology courses (like B.S), and take me competitive as B.S. student?

I am an international student, so it is big decision for me to go back to U.S. (re-issue I-20, find place to live, etc)

In terms of applying to dental school, it doesn't matter.

 

[SicEm]

Probably wont matter for dental schools BUT if you want a science job in the meantime or as something to fall back on, companies REALLY prefer the BS, and some won't take you seriously without it. Lame I know but I guess they use it as a weed-out.

 

[Koalafied]

Because of not being able to pass one course (Calc II)
I did not fulfill requirement of BS in Biology.

Currently, I have postponed my graduation degree, because I was not so sure if getting B.S. degree would be worth it. (I can request to get B.A. anytime when I want)
I already walked commencement, and "graduated" this May. (like all my friends think)
However, if one more semester of retaking this course (Math II) + something else to enhance my g.p.a. is it worth the time and money?

So my question is, when I have B.A., would the schools see that I have taken most rigorous biology courses (like B.S), and take me competitive as B.S. student?

I am an international student, so it is big decision for me to go back to U.S. (re-issue I-20, find place to live, etc)

Rock solid life advice from a renowned dude: "Take your pick."

Next case: D.D.S. vs. D.M.D.😱

 

[PointEstimate]

Dude, people get into medical school as English majors. People get into dental school with finance degrees. It doesn't matter so long as you have taken the pre-reqs and done well in those classes.

Every year we see this same question (BA vs BS) and every year the answer is the same.

 

[NMC2010]

Rock solid life advice from a renowned dude: "Take your pick."

Next case: D.D.S. vs. D.M.D.😱

May the odds be ever in your favor...