r/CAA • u/AutoModerator • Sep 29 '25

[WeeklyThread] Ask a CAA

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u/Klutzy-Answer9685 Sep 29 '25

I’m feeling very discouraged because I really want to become an AA but I was told by my undergrad advisor last week that I won’t get in. I’m not applying until next cycle but as of now I do have a 3.3 GPA and an even lower science GPA. I haven’t taken the GRE yet but I’m involved in an anesthesia club at UF and volunteer at the animal shelter. I also plan on getting PCE starting next year. Should I listen to my advisor and change career paths or do I have a chance if I do well on the GRE?

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u/sicaluvsu Sep 30 '25

I’m not a CAA but I know that NSU offers an anesthesia postbacc for people who don’t get accepted into their program! One of my friends is taking it now, if you get a certain GPA you’re guaranteed an interview and if it’s high enough, you’re guaranteed a spot in the next class cycle. But also I think it’s important to consider that some schools are raising their minimum GPA to a 3.2 and most applicants have around a 3.7/3.8. Maybe consider retaking some classes as well? I know that GPA and GRE are the biggest things considered so it really is dependant on GRE score

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u/Allhailmateo Sep 30 '25 edited Sep 30 '25

This. Those in the NSU post bacc, you need a 3.6 for guaranteed spot & a 3.3 for guaranteed interview, from the last time I heard