GPA when applying for school

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I've realized that I have to retake a course. Did both grades (W and passing grade) apply towards your GPA when you were applying? Or only the passing grade?

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Specializes in ICU/CCU.

I think every school is different. the best bet is to contact the schools that you are interested in.

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You have to find out the policies for your school. These might be printed out in the schedule of classes excerpts from the college catalog.

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I've realized that I have to retake a course. Did both grades (W and passing grade) apply towards your GPA when you were applying? Or only the passing grade?

I've honestly never heard of a "W" being factored into a GPA. What point value is it worth in GPA calculations? You'll have to find that out from the school you took the course at if that's the case. Typically a "W" doesn't count for or against you in GPA calculations, but it DOES show up on your transcript. I have a few on mine. Be prepared to explain to a grad school admission panel why you withdrew. I interviewed at two nurse anesthesia programs and was accepted to both--neither of them asked about mine. There were more compelling things about my application to discuss.

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