Possible C in ochem II

[k12123]

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I've never gotten a C in any class before. The grades aren't up but if I end up with a C in organic, would I have a shot this coming cycle? I got an A in ochem I but I had trouble this semester. If I get a C, that would put me at 3.54cgpa and 3.50sgpa. Thanks!

 

[Elevencents]

You're fine.

 

[k12123]

Should I try to retake at a CC (my school doesn't allow retake for Cs and higher) or just do better in biochem?

 

[Elevencents]

Your GPA's are fine. Not worth retaking IMO.

 

[mhord]

Different story for each applicant-can you justify a C? Work schedule, heavy course load, volunteering or shadowing? Don't focus on the fact that you got a C, focus on learning from your mistake...interviewers want to know about you and how you react to stress and failure. Gather your composure, don't freak out about your minor flaw (like I did with OrgoI) and put it behind you.

 

[mhord]

Your GPA's are fine. Not worth retaking IMO.

Listen to this guy above-physicians are not emotionally reactive-remain calm and think through your strategy. First, you run the risk of repeating a C-it happens more than you think, especially when taking such a difficult course under different professors. Second, if we are realistic, while you will hope for an A you may earn a B-this will not boost your GPA and will make you look like a jackass when you can't ace it the second time around (...and neither could I).

 

[k12123]

Thanks for the insight! My problem is, I took a light load this semester (11 credit hours) so I can study for the mcat. I guess I underestimated orgo and it hit me. I suppose it would be better to do better in biochem and hopefully do well on the mcat.

 

[mhord]

Thanks for the insight! My problem is, I took a light load this semester (11 credit hours) so I can study for the mcat. I guess I underestimated orgo and it hit me. I suppose it would be better to do better in biochem and hopefully do well on the mcat.

Definitely-and I'm not trying to come off like an ass but do not justify your grade if you receive a poor mcat score (I took it twice-it happens to the best of us). You application and interviews combine to tell a story about you-no excuses! You might have a reasonable explanation for a blemish or two, but like I said-humbling experience/learning experience/etc. Kill the mcat man, good luck!

 

[BestDoctorEver]

I've never gotten a C in any class before. The grades aren't up but if I end up with a C in organic, would I have a shot this coming cycle? I got an A in ochem I but I had trouble this semester. If I get a C, that would put me at 3.54cgpa and 3.50sgpa. Thanks!

GPAs are good; therefore, you are fine. A 'C' in Organic II will not kill your chances. This class was a beast!

 

[stlrams22]

Thanks for the insight! My problem is, I took a light load this semester (11 credit hours) so I can study for the mcat. I guess I underestimated orgo and it hit me. I suppose it would be better to do better in biochem and hopefully do well on the mcat.

Absolutely don't do worse in biochemistry, you don't want to end with a downward trend. One C in organic chemistry won't keep you out, but you may be asked about it in an interview.

 

[k12123]

Yeah it caught me off guard. I've had straight As in chemistry ever since intro to chem. I just don't know what happened

 

[Dreamstoo]

It happens. I have a friend who also had a C I believe in some pre-req. She was so paranoid about it. She got into multiple medical schools two years later.