Plan on applying to LECOM: should I retake chem at CC?

[jordanamsu]

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My first semester of college was a little bumpy. I received a 2.0 in general chemistry. I read on their websites that students who received a C- or lower in a course must retake it. I did well on other upper level science courses, so would it hurt me if I retook the general chem course at a community college this summer to save me money?

 

[AlbinoHawk DO]

CC shouldn't be a problem.

 

[DocWinter]

You should call LECOM if that is one school you have your heart set on and ask them that

As a general rule for DO schools, a CC course or even several (assuming you do well on them and the MCAT) are not a problem.

 

[doctorold]

2.0 is a C, not a C-, unless that what your school consider a 2.0

 

[medickdb]

My first semester of college was a little bumpy. I received a 2.0 in general chemistry. I read on their websites that students who received a C- or lower in a course must retake it. I did well on other upper level science courses, so would it hurt me if I retook the general chem course at a community college this summer to save me money?

A 2.0 is a C according to AACOMAS. That's what matters.

 

[Hakuna Matata]

It would only help you to re-take it. If you have the time & can spare the money, I would suggest retaking it.

 

[hallowmann]

It would only help you to re-take it. If you have the time & can spare the money, I would suggest retaking it.

This. It won't keep you from meeting requirements, but retaking and doing well will help you get in.