Mythbusting: The Truth About Grades and Health Profession School

You Must Be a Science Whiz to Matriculate to Medical School

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I Do Not Need Straight A's To Become a Medical School Student

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Freshman year doesn't really count. I'm just starting college. Besides, I can repeat any courses I did not do well in.

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An application is all about grades and MCAT score— the personal essay and secondary questions aren’t that important.

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A high MCAT^® score will make up for a low GPA, and vice versa.

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Even if I Fail a Course, I can still Become a Doctor

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Grades Are not the Sole Indicator of Future Success

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When things don’t go well in class/grades, controlling your attitude surrounding those is key to staying resilient and productive.

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