Will Dropping a Physics Course Affect My Med School Application?

[Kumar9]

Hi,
I'm a first year university student interested in medicine as a career. My marks are relatively good (it's early, but GPA~3.9), but my weak subject happens to be physics and I am considering dropping it to retake it either over the summer or next term. It will be without penalty on the transcript, but it will show up as a cancel. I was wondering if this will adversly influence a future application at all?

 

[cronxeh]

Short answer is no, but when the interview comes up, you might be asked about it, but if you continue on a good course there is practically no way this will affect you whatsoever. Id also recomment you take statistics and an ethics/philosophy class, as those two would also be useful for you in med school.

 

[piercas]

I understand the importance of academic excellence and the rigors of medical school admissions. While your GPA is certainly impressive, it is important to consider the admissions requirements of the medical schools you are interested in. Some medical schools may require a certain number of physics courses or a specific GPA in physics. Dropping the course may also raise questions about your commitment to the field of medicine and your ability to handle challenging coursework. However, if you are confident that you can improve your understanding of physics and still maintain a strong overall GPA, retaking the course may be a good option. Ultimately, it is best to consult with the admissions offices of the medical schools you are interested in to determine their specific requirements and how dropping the course may impact your application. Best of luck in your academic and career pursuits.