<p>ok my gpa is kind of low in HS. it’s like a 3.3 to 3.5. i feel like i blew my chances at being a cardiologist. i’m in my junior year right now, marking period 3 out of 6, and i don’t see my gpa going up to a 3.7- i’d have to get like a 100 in all my classes. anyway, say that i major in biology and minor in physics in a college that accepts less than 50% of applicants, and my gpa for COLLEGE is a 3.7 or more, will this help me redeem my chance at becoming a cardiologist? would i be able to get a residency? should i not be a doctor? =/</p>
<p>once u get into college, i believe that med. schools only consider your college gpa, and pay special attention to your grades in your science courses/ classes required to apply for medschool and your mcats. [ive been researching on the internet, i want to become a dermatologist. in the same boat… so im no doc.]</p>
<p>as long as u remain focused in college, participate in some ecs, and keep ur gpa up, i think you should be fine.</p>
<p>and i’m in advanced science, math and english. and this year us history. ik if i were to take regular classes my gpa would be excellent. =[</p>
<p>bumble is basically correct. Stay focused on the near term rather than the distant goals (specializing in Cardiology). Your near term goals should be to excel in a rigorous classload and develop great study habits. Then select a variety of colleges in which you’ll excel. Ace your pre-med requirements and your MCATs while getting a great overall GPA and you’ll be in a good stance as far as being accepted at an American med school. As for cardiology, that’ll depend on your particular skills.</p>
<p>My father in law was a very average high school student but worked his butt off in college and got accepted to Indiana University med school, was one of the top students, did a stint in a Vietnam MASH unit, and then onto a series of rewarding assignments in his career. He retired at 60 at the height of his earning ability and influence.</p>