Is BCPM more important than overall?

[mwsapphire]

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Hi,
I BCPM more important than overall GPA? I know both are important, but for example , this semester it seems like I'll make A's in my science classes, and maybe an A in Philosphy, but at a B+/A- border in my crim. class. I'll obviously try to get that A- ( A is out of the question at this point) , but I was wondering, if two candidates have the same EC's, MCAT, and grade trends, would somebody with a higher overall be looked at differently that somebody with a lower overall, but same BCPM.
I'm asking this because I normally thought of electives as GPA boosters, so it's just odd that that's not the case this time. And it made me think of this question.
Im a science major, so I would imagine my English/Social Science/Art classes will just be seen as "fluffy gpa boosters' and my science classes will be looked at waaayy more closely.

 

[cactusman]

If hypothetically two applicants are exactly the same, except one has a higher cGPA, then I don't see any reason not to take the one with the higher cGPA.

But this hypothetical is so absurd that it's useless. Do the best you can and the difference between a single B+ and a single A- won't change your life.

 

[CyrilFiggis]

If an AdCom sees that one is much greater than the other, that's when red flags are raised. If you're a 3.8 BCPM but a 3.3 AO, they might assume you only tried in the classes you care about. But it's hard to make a generalized statement because major, ECs, university, etc all play into it. Also, don't think of electives as GPA boosters. Yes, grades matter, but don't be afraid to an interesting class. One or two poor grade won't be the reason you aren't admitted. Plus schools want to see that you are more than just a pre-med machine.

 

[mwsapphire]

If hypothetically two applicants are exactly the same, except one has a higher cGPA, then I don't see any reason not to take the one with the higher cGPA.

But this hypothetical is so absurd that it's useless. Do the best you can and the difference between a single B+ and a single A- won't change your life.

I meant in a broader sense- I have debated this with fellow pre meds- one of whom says that BCPM>>>>>cGPA. It's mere curiosity, brought on by this teetering grade.

 

[mwsapphire]

no that is patently false. all these academic metrics will be primary pieces of an overall academic rating/classification when being evaluated.

Well now I need to worry about this class
._.
Your posts always stress me out 😛
Btw, were you an AdCom at an MD or DO school?

 

[Goro]

Did you know that at many medical schools, the median sGPA is 0.1 points lower than cGPA?

So quit fussing.

I meant in a broader sense- I have debated this with fellow pre meds- one of whom says that BCPM>>>>>cGPA. It's mere curiosity, brought on by this teetering grade.

 

[mwsapphire]

Did you know that at many medical schools, the median sGPA is 0.1 points lower than cGPA?

So quit fussing.

After last semester I *have* to fuss.
I literally was considering alternate careers, Dr.Goro

 

[Turkishking]

Hi,
I BCPM more important than overall GPA? I know both are important, but for example , this semester it seems like I'll make A's in my science classes, and maybe an A in Philosphy, but at a B+/A- border in my crim. class. I'll obviously try to get that A- ( A is out of the question at this point) , but I was wondering, if two candidates have the same EC's, MCAT, and grade trends, would somebody with a higher overall be looked at differently that somebody with a lower overall, but same BCPM.
I'm asking this because I normally thought of electives as GPA boosters, so it's just odd that that's not the case this time. And it made me think of this question.
Im a science major, so I would imagine my English/Social Science/Art classes will just be seen as "fluffy gpa boosters' and my science classes will be looked at waaayy more closely.

Honestly, a B+ doesn't matter. As long as your s and cGPA is above a 3.7.

 

[mwsapphire]

Honestly, a B+ doesn't matter. As long as your s and cGPA is above a 3.7.

Im hoping having both be above a 3.7 and having a steep upward trend will make me more than fine....