New format for AADSAS GPA's

[naithgirw]

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Hey,

I've noticed on several posts scattered around this forum regarding the subject of a new GPA formats by AADSAS. I decided to group everything here - hope thats O.K.

For those of you who havn't heard of this, it basically consists of the following:

Biology GPA
Chem GPA
Physics GPA
BCP GPA
Other Sciences GPA
Non-Science GPA
and Cumulative GPA

I had a few qustions, does the 'Other Sciences GPA' include ONLY math and other 'kind-a-like science courses' like nutrition. Or, is it a comprehensive GPA that includes not only the aforementioned classes, but also those computed with the BCP GPA?

I hope my question is not confusing! By the way, the new format of the GPA calculations really spreads the light on my BCP gpa, here's how:

My BCP gpa is a 3.28, however this GPA does little to express how well I've done in my Biology classes (which I have), therefore, my Biology GPA is a 3.40 🙂 However, with the good comes the bad, and my chemistry and physics GPA's are 3.01 and 3.08, respectively 🙁

I'm actually in favor of this new format, since it really sheds light on where students excelled in, and where they didn't. And if they didn't in, say, Chemistry, a high DAT score on this section may validate the student!

 

[SpikeyMike83]

this might be mildly ******ed, but what is BCP GPA?

and if this is the new way that things are calculated then this makes me a little happy. it might make my GPA look better.

also, is "Fundamentals of Computer Applications- CISM 2201" considered science? I know the number would be different at different schools...

and one last thing... math counts for science GPA?

 

[r0entgen]

Hey,

I've noticed on several posts scattered around this forum regarding the subject of a new GPA formats by AADSAS. I decided to group everything here - hope thats O.K.

For those of you who havn't heard of this, it basically consists of the following:

Biology GPA
Chem GPA
Physics GPA
BCP GPA
Other Sciences GPA
Non-Science GPA
and Cumulative GPA

I had a few qustions, does the 'Other Sciences GPA' include ONLY math and other 'kind-a-like science courses' like nutrition. Or, is it a comprehensive GPA that includes not only the aforementioned classes, but also those computed with the BCP GPA?

I hope my question is not confusing! By the way, the new format of the GPA calculations really spreads the light on my BCP gpa, here's how:

My BCP gpa is a 3.28, however this GPA does little to express how well I've done in my Biology classes (which I have), therefore, my Biology GPA is a 3.40 🙂 However, with the good comes the bad, and my chemistry and physics GPA's are 3.01 and 3.08, respectively 🙁

I'm actually in favor of this new format, since it really sheds light on where students excelled in, and where they didn't. And if they didn't in, say, Chemistry, a high DAT score on this section may validate the student!

hey, did aadsas calculate ur gpas already? cuz they surely haven't calculated mine...i've submitted my transcripts and they're just taking forever to even record that they have received it -_-

 

[naithgirw]

this might be mildly ******ed, but what is BCP GPA?

and if this is the new way that things are calculated then this makes me a little happy. it might make my GPA look better.

also, is "Fundamentals of Computer Applications- CISM 2201" considered science? I know the number would be different at different schools...

and one last thing... math counts for science GPA?

Hey SpikyMikey,

Doesn't sound ******ed at all! BCP is a GPA calcualted that combines Biology, Chemistry, and Physics type classes (BCP). But from what I understand, this year, in addition to BCP GPA's, AADSAS are also calculating separate Biology, Chemistry, and Physics GPA's, for most people, this is probably a good thing - since one subject area seems to bring an entire BCP average GPA down. This way, adcomss can see how each 'sub section of the BCP' effects the overall BCP. Hope that's not too confusing.

As for what class falls under which category, click on the 'help' icon next to where it says 'course subject' on AADSAS application - that should clarify where CISM 2201 fits in.

 

[naithgirw]

hey, did aadsas calculate ur gpas already? cuz they surely haven't calculated mine...i've submitted my transcripts and they're just taking forever to even record that they have received it -_-

Hey, don't worry - I havn't even completed my application yet. But according to others, they allready have their GPA's! I don't think you should worry at all! As long as everything is sent - your good to go!

 

[SpikeyMike83]

ohhh, so i see now.

yes, what does suck is my chemistry GPA --- 3.158 eh heh... and mom's a chemistry teacher...

but my Biology is like 3.58 and Physics was 3.68

oh well, everything happens for a reason. I'm not too concerned with that mess yet, I'm taking the DAT on the 6th so I've got a stressful week ahead!

 

[Rezdawg]

Wow, this format sucks...since my science sucks.

Therefore, it would be even worse to see each science broken down.

Its like rubbing alcohol on an open wound...I already know my science gpa is horrible, no need to continue showing me how bad it is.

 

[ItsGavinC]

Wow, this format sucks...since my science sucks.

Therefore, it would be even worse to see each science broken down.

Its like rubbing alcohol on an open wound...I already know my science gpa is horrible, no need to continue showing me how bad it is.

I was in the same boat you're in. Breaking it down bit by bit is strange.

 

[r0entgen]

I was in the same boat you're in. Breaking it down bit by bit is strange.

it's almost redundant i think...isnt the bcp enough? who really cares what the individual breakdowns are for..that's why you have the DAT....