Strong upward Tend?

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I understand what an upward trend entails, but what exactly does "strong" mean. I would hate to get a super high GPA one semester and then the next semester, attain a GPA that is slightly lower. Would that still be considered and "upward" trend.

Please remember that I did horribly when I first started college. My first year was absolute garbage. So was the semester after that because I was completely lost after losing my full ride scholarship. I have many w's on my record.

Here are my GPA stats:

Fall 2009: 1.33
Spring 2010: 1.5 (three "w's")
Fall 2010: One "w" (dropped my only class because I got a job)
Spring 2011: 3.175 @ 12 units
Fall 2011: 2.33 @ 17 units but three "w's"
Spring 2012: 3.085 @ 13 units
Summer 2012: 3.0 @ 7 units
Fall 2012: Expecting a 3.5+ (In a good position currently to achieve higher than 3.5)

Cumulative before Fall 2012: 2.478
Possible Cumulative after Fall 2012:
-If I get a 4.0, cumulative becomes 2.83

-If I get a 3.78 (one B, rest A's), cumulative becomes 2.77.

I still have two years till my bachelor's degree. And two years of post-bac for my pre-requisites. I am considering taking a few of my sciences courses during my last two years of under-grad (one per semester) so I can save time.

Does my history look like an "upward trend"? I know that I will have to continue to get a good GPA from here on out to have any chance (as far as GPA cutoff and the like).

I can only hope for DO schools at the moment due to my GPA. I figure that unless I get a super high MCAT (maybe 35+?), I shouldn't even consider allopathic schools.

So, any feedback would be good. I talked to my college counselor and she says that she knows I'm smart (I know I am, too). I don't get a full ride scholarship if I'm a dumby. She suggested alternatives such as Physician's assistant, Dental school (idk why... I figure its just as hard to get in as Medical School), as well as Podiatry school.

I have researched Podiatry school and it looks interesting. I recently got into a work related accident that completely thrashed both my feet. I can walk fine, but I have heavy symptoms of plantar fasciitis and it has rendered me unable to compete in sports competitively (avid runner and cyclist). I think podiatry might be a valid option also.

Anyways, thank you for the feedback!

 

[devinvo]

Personally, i think that strong upward trend means that you are getting 3.75+ (if not 4.0) gpa for your last year or two. If you are looking into a DO program, take advantage of grade replacement. Retake the courses you did poorly in. I would actually try to do this and possibly take most/all of your prereqs before your finish your undergrad. I commend you on bringing up your gpa! I started off in pretty much the same predicament. I had a .2 gpa my first semester. I know how hard it is. Keep it up and make sure you get straight A's from here on out.

 

[gmcguitar4]

Personally, i think that strong upward trend means that you are getting 3.75+ (if not 4.0) gpa for your last year or two. If you are looking into a DO program, take advantage of grade replacement. Retake the courses you did poorly in. I would actually try to do this and possibly take most/all of your prereqs before your finish your undergrad. I commend you on bringing up your gpa! I started off in pretty much the same predicament. I had a .2 gpa my first semester. I know how hard it is. Keep it up and make sure you get straight A's from here on out.

.2?? damnn

But yea OP, concentrate on DO and use grade replacement.

 

[ucsfstudents]

Don't lose your upward trend and keep moving forward toward your goal. There are reasons why people get bad GPAs. Make sure you've addressed those successfully each semester.