Undergrad Gpa

[ShimmerInTheSky]

I am currently in my 3rd year but technically still 2nd. My first year was a mess resulting in a 1.9 GPA. I switched schools, didn't transferring anything (didn't have to) and now I have a 3.8 GPA...so technically 2nd year there. I'm planning on applying to UBC med in 2 years and don't believe I should have a problem keeping up with my current GPA. My only problem is that first year. UBC says I need to give them ALL post-secondary transcripts, but I really don't want to give them that first year. If I were to exclude it, could they find out? And if so, how? I just had a rough year that year due to outside circumstances and never had marks that low so I really don't want to use them. And if I were to include them how much would it damage my application, especially say if I went down to about 3.5 by 4th year. Thanks for the help!

[Pterygoid]

Once you've completed 120 credits, UBC Med will remove your worst year (30 credits max.) when considering your application. I would assume UBC Med could find out, and it would disqualify your application, and even impact your application in upcoming application cycles - I would not advise it.

There is a portion in all medical school application where you can provide explanations about certain portions of your app - I would advise to do this, since you describe outside circumstances impacting your performance.

 

Good luck!

[ShimmerInTheSky]

That is wonderful news! Thank you sooo much!