Post-bacc?

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Can I do a post-bacc if I already took half the requirements?
I can't get As here.
I think I will be switching majors and then doing a post-bacc.

Also, couldn't I just take the classes at a university after graduating, not doing a program?
 
Can I do a post-bacc if I already took half the requirements?
I can't get As here.
I think I will be switching majors and then doing a post-bacc.

Also, couldn't I just take the classes at a university after graduating, not doing a program?
1. Not sure, but it sounds like a poor plan/waste of time and money
2. Betcha can.
3. From what to what?
4. Yes, you can absolutely take classes on your own after graduation. It's called a DIY postbacc. This may be your best option - you won't have to retake the prereqs you're in now and it can save money.
 
1. Not sure, but it sounds like a poor plan/waste of time and money
2. Betcha can.
3. From what to what?
4. Yes, you can absolutely take classes on your own after graduation. It's called a DIY postbacc. This may be your best option - you won't have to retake the prereqs you're in now and it can save money.
But I did bad in those classes. 🙁
I'm trying.
I'm thinking something easier, but not totally unrelated, like Psychology or Cognitive Science? From Biology.
Would they average those grades if I did? Even if it means going from a known university to a lesser known?
 
If you can't handle bio in undergrad, how do you expect to handle bio in medical school?
 
I can handle the information, but not the curves/deflation...

I don't think you understand how curves/deflation work.

If you're "handling" the information, then you're setting the curve and deflating others' grades.
 
I don't think you understand how curves/deflation work.

If you're "handling" the information, then you're setting the curve and deflating others' grades.
Then I guess I'm not. Because when my book tells me 1 + 1 = 2 and then the professor asks me the meaning of life, I do bad.
 
Then I guess I'm not. Because when my book tells me 1 + 1 = 2 and then the professor asks me the meaning of life, I do bad.
I don't see that part getting better in a Psych class, unless the book just starts telling you the meaning of life.
 
But I'm stupid.
So I don't know what to do...
I would work on not getting caught up on how 'stupid' you think you are. That will get you nowhere...it just contributes to a lack of motivation.

It's not about doing something more, it's about trying something different. Don't get caught up in this idea that you tried as hard as you could and it didn't work so nothing will, you're just stupid...where the hell is that going to get you?
If you try Psych and it works for you, go for it. Major in it. However, I would continue taking your prereqs (maybe at a slower rate) so that you can try a crap-ton of different study strategies until you learn what works for you. Try and write exam questions for yourself - it gives you a good idea of what your prof will try to trick you on. Half of solving any question is thinking to yourself "what is it the prof is trying to see if I know with this?" Try Anki. Try outlines, try multicolored notes, try things until they work. Look at why you find Psych easier and see if you can bring some of that approach to your other courses.

If you just sit there thinking 'I am stupid, I should just wait and take these on easy-mode because I will never succeed at this level' you won't push yourself, you won't try new things, and you won't figure it out. This is worth figuring out - it's a skill that will help you tremendously if you continue into med school.
 
I would work on not getting caught up on how 'stupid' you think you are. That will get you nowhere...it just contributes to a lack of motivation.

It's not about doing something more, it's about trying something different. Don't get caught up in this idea that you tried as hard as you could and it didn't work so nothing will, you're just stupid...where the hell is that going to get you?
If you try Psych and it works for you, go for it. Major in it. However, I would continue taking your prereqs (maybe at a slower rate) so that you can try a crap-ton of different study strategies until you learn what works for you. Try and write exam questions for yourself - it gives you a good idea of what your prof will try to trick you on. Half of solving any question is thinking to yourself "what is it the prof is trying to see if I know with this?" Try Anki. Try outlines, try multicolored notes, try things until they work. Look at why you find Psych easier and see if you can bring some of that approach to your other courses.

If you just sit there thinking 'I am stupid, I should just wait and take these on easy-mode because I will never succeed at this level' you won't push yourself, you won't try new things, and you won't figure it out. This is worth figuring out - it's a skill that will help you tremendously if you continue into med school.
I know. I get so down on the stupid things, like seeing my friend who was a worse studier than me in high school succeed. I'm going to be left behind in two years as everyone moves forward.

I will download Anki today.
 
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