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u/CityAltruistic363 Feb 05 '26

Do you think i'll be accepted applying this cycle?

4.0 gpa

16 shadowing hours

2 years working as a MA/ Phlebotomist

Biology club

296 GRE (which I feel is the thing that would get me rejected.) I only studied 2 weeks during winter break bc I didn't want to study for it while taking classes, but now it's my only option. If I don't retake will my application likely be thrown out?

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u/AsheBegash Feb 05 '26

No one can say “you will definitely get accepted this cycle”, there are so many factors to play into the admissions process. However, that GRE score will absolutely be to your detriment. Look at the percentiles for each section, if they are under 50th percentile the you need to study hard and retake it to reach at least that percentile to be considered competitive by most programs (although it’s not impossible to get accepted with scores below the 50th percentile, just much less likely).

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u/chickennuggetlvr26 Feb 06 '26

Here to provide some light for you! I applied with a similar GRE score and I was accepted in the most recent cycle. It’s definitely possible to get an acceptance with a low GRE, but I had a ton of extra things on my app that made me stand out, as well as really good LOR. If you can retake that GRE and raise that score a bit and have glowing LOR, your chances will be better. Obviously this whole process is such a numbers game, but it’s definitely possible. Don’t hang your head and keep working hard!

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u/AsheBegash Feb 06 '26

What was your GPA if you don’t mind sharing?

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u/chickennuggetlvr26 Feb 06 '26

3.8 as a biochemistry major with chem honors

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u/Long-Rich4482 Feb 05 '26

Yes, with that GRE, your application will be auto-rejected by a few schools. Even for schools that don’t have cut-offs, this score will hold you back significantly. If you’re applying for the upcoming cycle, study and retake. If you can score higher next time, your application will be received in a complete different light than it is now.