Chances of Acceptance to Biophysics/Medical Physics Grad School

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The discussion centers on a student nearing the completion of their physics degree, expressing uncertainty about pursuing graduate studies in biophysics or medical physics due to a GPA of 3.2 and limited research experience. They have two publications but feel overwhelmed and question their acceptance chances in competitive graduate programs, particularly accredited medical physics programs, which typically favor candidates with GPAs above 3.5. Despite their concerns, it is suggested that their publications and strong reference letters could enhance their application. The student is exploring interdisciplinary fields and is unsure if a pure physics PhD aligns with their interests, seeking clarity on their graduate school prospects and options for less competitive institutions that still maintain good workplace representation.
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Im coming into my last year of physics courses, (5th year) and I only need to take thermal and advanced lab now. Hurray!
But, I have a GPA of 3.2 with a major GPA of about 3.1ish. I am pretty sure i do not want to go into physics for a Phd but i do want to go into BioPhysics or Medical physics basically anything medical/science overlap. Kinda Find myself interested in the whole protein folding/structure right now. I wouldn't object to going to a grad school for pure physics but i feel like i wouldn't get accepted anyways. I have two publication for an experiment i was involved with, but no real research experience.
Is Grad school for Biophysics or medical physics something that is more likely to accept me?
If so, what are some low tiered schools that are still well represented in the workplace?

Im starting to feel overwhelmed, so I'm sorry if I am rambling. Just don't really understand my chances and necessarily what is available to me as far as graduate options. Please give me some feedback!
Thanks guys.
 
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Medical physics programs are generally quite competative to get into, particularly when they are accredited programs. Most of the students we accept have GPAs in the 3.5 or above ballpark, although I wouldn't let that stop you from applying. Having your name on a couple of publications can bolster your application, particularly if that's accompanies with some strong reference letters.

One flag I see is the "I am pretty sure i do not want to go into physics for a Phd..." statement. What exactly do you think you would be doing in biophysics or medical physics?
 
well I want to go into something more integrated with other fields (ie. Biophysics). I guess I'm just gaining newer interests. I do love physics though but i feel like a pure physics phd wouldn't make me AS happy. Hopefully that adds some clarification. =]
But, would you say that my chances at grad school are slim? or just slim for physics and medical physics?
 
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