Schools that Consider GradGPA

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Is there a list of schools that consider Grad GPA? Or do I literally have to call up all 143 schools to see which ones take a look at it? Also I heard that Columbia looks highly on grad GPA? Is this true? Anyone know of any schools that will consider a gGPA when performance in undergrad was (in general) mediocre?

notably, I understand that this is uncommon, and will be applying to the school where I got the masters degree from.

 

[LAIsTheBestPlaceEver]

Is there a list of schools that consider Grad GPA? Or do I literally have to call up all 143 schools to see which ones take a look at it? Also I heard that Columbia looks highly on grad GPA? Is this true? Anyone know of any schools that will consider a gGPA when performance in undergrad was (in general) mediocre?

Im in a bio master program myself. I think gradGPA is inflated because of the research for credit inflates your GPA a lot and most grad classes are not like undergrad classes. Most undergrad classes emphasize on memorization and application of knowledge. Grad Classes are mainly discussion. Admins are aware of this differences. To answer your question, I think almost all schools do not mix gradGPA with undergradGPa. Though AMCAS does not distinguish their differences, and the research credit will go into science GPA Calculation. Unless, of course, you took some upper-division classes while doing a master. In that case, the grade of those classes will count towards to your GPA.

I can be horribly wrong though!!

Oh, and I dont think it's uncommon to apply to your school, both undergrad or grad.

 

[Catalystik]

1) II think almost all schools do not mix gradGPA with undergradGPa.

2) Though AMCAS does not distinguish their differences, and the research credit will go into science GPA Calculation.

3) Unless, of course, you took some upper-division classes while doing a master. In that case, the grade of those classes will count towards to your GPA.

1) AACOMAS, the application service for almost all DO medical schools, does calculate together undergrad and graduate grades. AMCAS does not.

2) Grad science research credit would be included in the grad BCPM GPA for AMCAS.

3) This would be true only if the undergrad, upper-division science classes, taken while in a masters program, were not required for the masters degree. In which case they'd be "postbac" classes and would be figured into the undergrad BCPM GPA by AMCAS.

 

[Jdp00921]

Is there a list of schools that consider Grad GPA? Or do I literally have to call up all 143 schools to see which ones take a look at it? Also I heard that Columbia looks highly on grad GPA? Is this true? Anyone know of any schools that will consider a gGPA when performance in undergrad was (in general) mediocre?

notably, I understand that this is uncommon, and will be applying to the school where I got the masters degree from.

Hey, figured I'd offer some of my thoughts. I have no clue about Columbia so cannot answer that question.

As far as considering graduate grades, I believe all schools "consider" them, it's just about how much consideration they are given (aka - I don't believe they hold near as much weight as undergraduate grades). This is with regard to a traditional Master's, however, due to the reasons mentioned above by @Laix. If you're talking about a SMP, I believe those are weighted a little more - though still not as much as undergraduate grades.

I would imagine, though, that your graduate grades will ultimately mean the most at the institution who awarded them.

 

[gyngyn]

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[Catalystik]

We're all in favor..

 

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Haha thanks, a tedious task I'll admit but definitely needed. I'm glad to assist but will apologize in advance for my slow progress. I also should have noted that the master's program I did was specifically special masters program (SMP) since I'm noticing there is a difference between this and a traditional research/non-coursework based masters program. In addition to Rutgers, where I completed the SMP, Ill most likely be applying to many of the schools provided in this list.

Whelp staring off with The Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine:
Website states:

Select applicants will be invited to submit a supplemental application based on the following criteria.

1. MCAT Score of 495 or higher

2. BCPM (Math and Science) GPA:

a. Cumulative undergraduate BCPM of 3.0, OR

b. Cumulative post baccalaureate BCPM of 3.5 with at least 24 credit hours, OR

c. Cumulative graduate BCPM of 3.5 with at least 24 credit hours

University of Pittsburgh website states:
In examining your candidacy, the admissions committee will consider your:

• Undergraduate, post baccalaureate, and graduate records

Current list Cumulative List with Previous Posts :
The Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine (confirmed via website)
University of Pittsburgh (confirmed via website)

Wayne State University School of Medicine (website)
Virginia Commonwealth University (website)
MSU-CHM (website)
Albany- NE "includes all coursework"
U Colorado – NE averages all grades together
UConn NE - includes gGPA in their GPA calculation
New York Medical College (especially for re-applicants)
U Virginia - averages uGPA and gGPA
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Arizona (initially screened only with uGPA, but then postbac and grad GPA considered).
UCalifornia-Irvine-adds an additional point to your "score"
uMich – NE (averages u and gGPAs)
UMinnesota
UCentral Florida
Columbia
OUWB
Drexel
Hofstra
SUNY Upstate
St. Louis University
Dartmouth
Northwestern University
BUSM – NE

Removed UMDNJ and Georgetown. I go/went to Rutgers and have been told many times that applicants are screened out if uGPA = below 3.0 unless having completed their own SMP. This is true for both campuses (UMDNJ and Robert Wood). Additionally, I attended the GEMS webinar last semester where Dean Taylor himself said they the GSOM does not consider gGPA regardless of what they advertise. The only way to gain admission after poor performance in undergrad is a postbac or through the GEMS program. Im going to call Columbia later in the week since it was an initial school in question and no one seems to know for sure.

The application season is opening soon, Im really looking forward to everyone's input.