I got a 2.7 i live in the san diego area, ( ithink they are less selective if ur form san diego) i havent taken the sat yet, but will in october. I tihnk I'm majoring in Biology. I will probably transfer form sdsu to like a UC, I want to be a doctor, so can i get in?
2007-09-16 16:48:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
None of the CSU schools are very selective -- and SDSU has the reputation of being even less selective than the others -- so you have a good shot.
2007-09-16 17:57:26 · answer #1 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't mention what classes you excel at, and your GPA ought to be 3.2 or better honestly and you need a lot more than physical skills to succeed as a physician.
You should also have a good idea of the type of physician you want to be. Medical school isn't as easy as other colleges that you might go to where you can have a general major for a year and focus on a degree.
It isn't that they (SDSU) are less picky or that they want a larger number of local students, it's that they are looking for students that can function from the beginning and graduate with the best return on the student dollar, job market and scholarship investment. Results are what increase enrollment and bring more grants and other monies to the college. Not Everybody gets a famous football or basketball team to pull them up like a UConn or Boise State. Some have that AND an outstanding academic program and even medical schools.
You may want to consult with an SDSU rep about your needs for improvement. College isn't high school with fraternities and a stadium. Not everyone gets there the first time and some adjust and take the other paths. The military used to be helpful but it's a huge stigma right now.
A remedial course for two years at a community college where you can work to transfer the credits toward SDSU or any program SDSU might offer might be the best option for you along with working in a doctor's office or as a CNA. Being a CNA will tell you boatloads about what you believe you want as a doctor or it may lead you to be a nurse or an x-ray or lab tech. You may sell cars or insurance shortly thereafter as well and for this possibility you need to prepare to succeed with the least amount of surprises.
If we all succeeded to become doctors or lawyers or plumbers I suppose there would be no money in anything, hence twists in the road of life. ;-0
Being the old man in a GP suit down the road is a romantic notion but it's hard, almost impossible for some. This is why it's hard to find a GP and so many specialists abound, not to mention so many fields to comprehend. That is why I feel you really should take the time to hone your study habits and skills and overall knowledge.
MATH>>>SCIENCE>>>REASONING>>>
COMPREHENSION>>>SOCIAL SKILLS
2.7 says that you need further time and training to succeed in a medical program.
NOWHERE have I said whether you can or cannot achieve your goal. I have said you should take more time to reach for it so you will be ready to achieve it.
PS Biology is only the basis. Chemistry is needed, language skills, sociology and classes that relate to your focus(es, more than one will possibly be discarded) and since it will take 8 years or more for a complete medical degree and even more effort to be licensed and EVEN THEN will you establish a successful practice or not, you should make sure you manage to have a REALISTIC social life and other plans? It will be the biggest challenge you seek, this college and this career.
Lastly, don't finally put out the shingle and "spend like you are a doctor". You will probably be neck deep by year three or four. It's a job like any other that has more liabilities than any other.
2007-09-17 00:42:17 · answer #2 · answered by _ 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A major in biology would be very competitive. So I suggest u declare urself as undecided and that would increase ur chances of getting in. Once ur in you could always change ur major. If ur planing on transferring to a UC for undergrad a community college is also not a bad way to go. Good Luck!!!
2007-09-17 00:24:16 · answer #3 · answered by Hutch 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u most likely can. btw that school is a party school. so most likely not a good choice to try and major there. but at the same time its on u. i had a nepew who got into uc northridge with a 2.7 or 2.8
2007-09-16 23:53:06 · answer #4 · answered by sikondcourtz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋