Low grades in basic sciences?

[lawhim2]

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I was wondering how much a low grade in the intro bio/chem/physics classes will handicap me?

As an undergrad I got a C- in evolutionary biology, a C+ in Chem 101, and a C in physics 100. Other than these poor grades I have A's in all upper level sciences & prereqs. I feel like awful grades in the lower level classes are going to hold me back significantly. I know the upper level are more important but I'm not in a position to retake these classes. Does anyone have any thoughts or advice? I'm an EMT and I'm looking into PA programs

 

[FireCloud9]

It's my understanding that many programs require the sciences coursework be completed recently. For example, UC Davis PA program requires that the A&P classes be completed within the last 5yrs.

http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/fnppa/req-prereq-courses.html

Haven't seen physics or evolutionary biology as a PA pre-req. requirement anywhere.

 

[Starpower]

While those classes may not be pre-reqs, they will still all three be counted in your Sciences GPA. As long as your other science class grades are stellar, you will probably be okay.