Advice for pre-med students: Grades + My story 

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There was stuff I couldn’t control in highschool and struggled with a 2.9 GPA. I had to start in community college, and I got my stuff together. I now have a 4.0 GPA so far in undergrad as a Biology major.

Wow I'm a sophomore in undergrad right now experiencing similar struggles, and for so long I've been beating myself around for the mistakes I've made in freshmen year. I just found your channel and I'm really inspired. Thank you for sharing your story, it really means a lot to me!!

I feel like Gen Chem 1 hits everyone hard...

Thank you. As a pre med undergrad who has been told time and time again you need that 3.8+ gpa and a 511+ to be accepted and hearing your story tells me that there is a chance. There’s always a chance. Maybe not for Harvard med but there’s still a chance at other schools 😂

This is amazing! It takes a lot of courage to be honest in this platform. Every video we see of premeds are “the perfect students”, almost perfect gpa, and so on... Students that struggled through undergrad get discouraged all the time because of that. But honest, realistic people like you make a difference. Thank you!

Organic chemistry 1 got me questioning if I can really do this anymore :/

You don't understand how much I needed to hear someone else with a similar story to mine. I came out of high school with a 4.0 unweighted after doing the IB program and was entering uni with a full ride as well. I just finished my first semester of university and I underestimated all of the courses I deemed to be "easy A's". I tried so hard but ended up with like a 2.9 and now need to raise it to a 3.3 this coming semester to keep my scholarship. Honestly, I was scared shitless before this, haven't been able to sleep for this whole winter break, and after hearing this, I finally feel like it's possible. Thanks so much for making this video man. I really appreciated it.

Bruh I had to get a masters degree with a 3.8 to get accepted (rip my 3.0 overall and 2.7 science gpa in undergrads and 40k later) I’m in med school now though ! Had a lot of family stuff and also didn’t know how to study!

“Things don’t always go your way in life and you just have to push forward and be honest about it” this made me relate so much and made me cry! Thanks for sharing your story, this is an inspiration! I won’t give up!

Hey Aaron, my name is also Erin and I'm a first year medical student as well. I had an extremely similar experience in high school and undergrad! Had a few quarters of sub-3.0 gpa, but ended strong with lots of 4.0's in junior and senior year of college. I'm learning now that the key to success is adaptation in challenging times. Don't stick with the study methods that aren't working. Try new things over and over until you find what works! So happy you got into med school and are now able to pursue your dream. Good luck!

I’m a sophmore in college. I had just finished my fall semester with a 2.8 GPA and 3.4 overall GPA and I was struggling with my confidence and forgiving myself. This has helped me gain more optimism. Thank you sir

You have no idea how close to home this hit. The last little while got me doubting that I'll ever get into med school, but I'm hoping things turn around :)

This hit me so hard because while I had fellow majors breeze through their courses I was struggling balancing my time as I was also a commuting student. After I graduated I took time to gather some work experience and explore other options because my grades were subpar at best thanks to organic chemistry. I’m now taking classes at a local community college to help boost my GPA and with some motivation from my previous PI, I’m looking at post bacc programs geared for people like me who got stuck but are determined to put in the work. Because we are just as worthy for that title even if the routes we take vary. I’m hopeful for what my future will hold. Thank you for making this video for those of us who felt like our dreams weren’t going to come true.

I was having anxiety over the last couple of months because of low grades and being behind in school (not graduating on time and repeating courses). You're video was popping up on my recommended for the last couple of weeks and I was afraid to click on it because I didn't want to hear another med school student say how they had the best grades in college and that's why they got in. But after watching your video, I can say that my anxiety is beginning to subside and I am more motivated than ever to persevere through my undergrad and make it to med school. Thank you :)

This made me cry because I’ve been so stressed about my first semester in college with a very low GPA and I seriously doubted if med school was in my future. This shows that perseverance and hard work will pay off in the end!! I’ve been working so so hard this semester!

I had a bad semester my first year and another one this current one due to me finding out about my depression and me learning how to deal with it ( I am currently in my second year) . Seeing this in my recommended made my night because I feel like I wont be able to get in anymore. Med school is a a goal I'm determined to reach no matter how long it takes but in all honesty, it can become very discouraging.

I’m a freshman in college, my first semester and similar to your high school experience, that was mine. I wasn’t prepared to study and even though it’s my first semester I already feel a little discouraged. I’m hoping for much better semesters, med school has always been my dream.

I'm so glad I found your channel! I just finished my first semester of sophomore year, and your story literally sounds just like my story. This video gave me so much encouragement, thank you!

Thank you for sharing your story in such a humble and down-to-earth way. The bad semester actually solidified your intention to get into to med school. The way you responded to a setback says a lot.

Thank you so much for sharing your story!! The first semester of my sophomore year just ended and I also struggled with chem because I had poor foundation in high school to begin with. After watching your video, I felt that somehow, someone finally understands my frustrations because I'm not the only one who experienced the same situation. Let's do our best!! Good luck to you, future Dr. Trillo!!! :) I wish you all the best!

thank you for being honest and open to everyone in this video

I have just had a very similar experience. I just finished my sophomore year, and did not do very well. Seeing this video is really encouraging!

i KNOW that these accomplishments felt amazing! congratulations! your parents and family must be so proud of your hard work and how far you’ve come. as a first gen, the collegiate struggles are new to me and my family so i struggle a lot during college for similar reasons. so thank you for reminding me that a first gen CAN make it into med school even with the hardships.

THANK YOU for being so real. It's so hard to admit when you need help, and has been one of my biggest struggles. I've worked so hard to bounce back from a 2.7 up to a 4.0. Currently applying to medical schools to fingers crossed! Keep up the good work.

You're really inspirational at that. I alone went through a somewhat similar situation with a bio course back in freshman year (took gen chem ii and calc II on top) and had my gpa drop from a 3.75 to a 3.2 (almost would have lost my scholarship), but I showed an upward trend of sorts and got my gpa back up. I feel honesty as you said is the best way to explain the situation at hand for future interviews.

This video is extremely helpful. Thank you very much for your insight and process to get into medical school. 👏 I will never give up!

Achieve you’re dreams! This is a huge motivation thank you!

I just finished my first semester year of college and it was way worse than I hoped for. I was losing hope but I'm happy I came across this video. This was the motivation I needed for my next semester. Thank You!

This is so nice man!! I’m from NMHU I’m a senior applying soon I hope to get in and hearing your stories is so reassuring that it is possible! I have a 3.4 but I never let that stop me only let it push me harder. I will update in the next year or two to see if I get in! Thank you man!! Truly an inspiration! Hearing another New Mexican’s story makes you feel amazing!

I’m a freshman right now and I’m going through the same thing right now, and it’s so hard. I just wanted to let everyone know that you really can do it if you put your mind to it. Also thank you for this video, it made me feel a lot better.

Wow, the advice you gave for the interview was so helpful. Thank you so much and good luck in medical school!

Sososo inspiring and I decide to work harder! Thx Aaron💜

BRO, YOUR VIDEO GAVE ME HOPES!!!!!!!! I live with an abusive father, for years I fought my way through the school system and those abusive events. I've struggled hard through college because of it, currently in my last year with a 3.6 GPA and soon to be taking the MCAT. Honesty is the best policy! :)

Sophomore in college, Biology major and English is not my first language, all this together is broken me down!! Thanks for the video that really help me

This was much needed ngl. It’s good to know if you work hard and dedicate yourself to it you can do it. I’m struggling in gen chem 1 & I’m a biochem major trying to into med school.

Thank you so much for sharing this video. I was discouraged because I was taking Gen-Chem and failed so I decided to drop out of that class. I've been out of school for 4 years and finally went back at 22 to pursue my dreams of being a doctor. I changed my strategy and will be re-registering this fall!

I’m sophomore and that’s exactly me right now. I used to have straight A’s in high school but in college I can barely get A😔.

Thank you so much for this😫😫 i needed this

This really gives me hope because I'm in the same situation right now. I really wanna go into medical school but I'm also struggling at the moment. I wish I saw your video earlier.

Peace be to you! Your story is very inspiring! I think you give alot of hope to MANY frustrated pre-Med students. The road to becoming a Physician is long. However, if a person has strong enough desire, discipline and, patients (no pun intended), it can be accomplished. Thanks again! You're AWESOME!😊👨🏽‍⚕️📚🔬

I just want to say thank you so much your words inspired me a lot

This is all ready relevant, and then you mentioned you were studying in New Mexico, my home state.

Thank you for this Video. Very helpful. Hope to see more videos in the future about MCAT PREP. And how med school is going!

This video is so helpful thank you so much 🙏🏼

I’ve been through the exact same scenario with the same two courses. We are all in this together pre meds!

This was what I needed to hear, thank you

this helps so much. i’m only 3 weeks into my freshman year of undergrad and i’m nervous because my grades aren’t as high as i want them at the moment. i want to go into the medical field and i was feeling discouraged, so this helped so much thank you💞

Very inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing your story.

This is such a great video to see!

Yo thanks for sharing, I've been feeling super overwhelmed and discouraged about my abilities in chemistry and math. I've been getting better at studying but its definitely been a process.

Thank you very much for doing video like this .i fear math a lot but my passion is to be a doctor.i was inspired when you said things don’t always go the way plan but always work for your grades .

Can you have a bad semester for 4 years?

Thanks for this inspiring video! My first semester at college wasn’t that great and I started thinking that I will never be accepted in medical school. I’m a sophomore now and this video makes me want to work even harder. Thanks a lot!!

I really appreciate your story and how realistic it is. I'm also currently in the stage where I'm contemplating whether to drop my genetics class or not (after taking two exams that were a total failure). The competition of premeds at my school is really suffocating and the the pressure as an international student trying to get into med school in america is also really stressful. But thank you for your story. It really helped me get my head straight and to get back in the game.

Man I can’t wait to make some videos and help people like you are, in regards to med school admissions etc

Yo college is hard honestly the amount of break downs I’ve had I can’t even count em no more and sometimes it feels all useless just hope it’s worth it in the long run

I was completely freaking out and crying about school, until I clicked this video, so thank you for making this. It's my sophomore year and it feels like my future's about to be over because of how I've been doing in physics and organic chemistry. It's just so nice to hear someone who is as successful as you, share similar struggles and still come out of it as strong as ever and still growing. It's so stressful especially knowing that there are people out there with perfect GPA's, and it just makes me wonder why I'm not able to do it. This semester has really made me question so many things, but I really hope I can turn it around in these last 3 weeks, the way you had your junior year. Thank you, I am so glad I found your channel!!

I am a transfer student from a cc to UCLA, and I am facing similar struggles. My junior year's GPA is bad but I have improved my study habits and now I am a senior at UCLA, I am planning to work super hard. THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEO!

Woooow i can relate so much!!! I had straight A's in highschool and A's and B' s 1st year and then calculus and chemistry hit me in the face im here still struggling to raise my GPA trying to encourage myself everyday because i really want that MD😞😞😞

freshman year was tough because I was a commuter and I did not know how to study. then sophomore year 1st semester I did better, but 2nd semester I struggled again. I'll be entering my 3rd year in the fall and will hopefully take the MCAT in spring 2020. I want medical school so bad but was beginning to believe it wasn't for me after those bad grades. But I want to thank you for inspiring me and motivating me and others. I wish I had 4.0s but I don't. What we can do now is improve and work hard, not sulk. Thank you for this honest video!

I like how somehow this video was uploaded 3 years ago and somehow popped up on my feed. I am a freshman at a university and my first semester is killing me. I had a 5.2 weighted GPA in highschool but Since I got to college I have been experiencing a lot of imposter syndrome especially because I failed my first gen chem exam. This video has given me a lot of relief knowing that I am not alone and getting into medical school is possible. Thank you so much

I am in the same situation. Sp relatable

I am an 18 year old Biology student at Georgia State University and Fall 2019 (Aug-Dec) was my first semester as a Freshman. I graduated from high school same year with a 4.73 GPA and from Dual Enrollment with a 3.88 GPA (transferred those credits). I was unprepared, i wasn't energetic, i was working, and i had to commute from home to school to work then back to home (a max of 13 hours without sleep). I wasn't as motivated to complete work and go to class every day because i was so tired, so I failed the semester with a 0.53 GPA (earned only 6 cred hrs out of 15 cred hrs). It brung my gpa down from the 3.88 that was transferred to a 3.3 gpa. And since those credits were transferred, I am classified as a Junior (🙍🏽). Words of advice...do not skip years of college using credits you have earned..only use credits you think will be most beneficial. You will miss out on a lot and if you can't handle the pace, you will be certain to fail. Also, be organized! Make a way. I have 42 more cred hrs out of 120 to fulfill and i have to take those classes again that i have failed. I have financial aid, the federal grant and Hope Scholarship. With that, you can't mess up. And the medical school i am aiming for is Emory Medical School. You have to have all the required courses, 3.5+ GPA, letters of recommendation, volunteer experience, 515+ on MCAT, great personal skills, etc. For those that want to be in the medical field, take your time and take advantage of what you are given, choose your teachers wisely, and have fun. Your brain will overload if you do not keep things in order and knowledgeable. Also, get well rested. Bless those who are struggling and want to pursue a career in the medical field. Your time will come, if you know it is for sure the right path for you.

I rlly needed this bro, tysm

I love it thank you for this i needed it

You help me be stress free 😭👏

Well said, and well spoken.

I hella relate with your story bro. Makes me feel better about myself

I’m at university studying 1st year of civil engineering and my gpa is really low , I’m trying to lift it up to 3 at least cuz I want to shift to science major next semester just so I can get into medical school, it seems impossible but I’m trying my hardest and I know hard work will pay off one day , thank you for your honesty and your inspiration. Really appreciate it

Thank you so much for this video!

really enjoyed this video!

I've struggled the first 2 years and it really showed in my GPA caused now I'm at 2.8. My advisers all told me I wont be able to get in at all, no matter how hard I tried. I'm in my third year and I feel like I'm getting better! But this gave me a lot more hope! Thank you!

I am currently a sophomore and just took a midterm for my first biochemistry course and have been doing so bad. I can't focus on my other classes because I am overthinking if I am even good enough to become a doctor if I am so bad in bio and chem. I needed motivation and this video eased my anxiety a little, thank you.

It’s math that always takes me out. I’ve always had to fight to get a good grade in maths. I remember breaking down when I got my first C in calculus. I’ve bounced back since. Don’t ever stop fighting.

thank you! I needed to know this.

I wasn’t the best high school student besides my senior year so I didn’t have any plans to go to college. I opened up my own small business and ran for public office at the age of 18 years old. But my parents and grandparents pushed me to at least start community college. Wellll, after being pushed I didn’t want to let them down so I went ahead and signed up for classes for a semester. I absolutely didn’t care at all (2017) and had a lot of personal family issues going on, so of course I failed my classes besides history. I dropped out of community college and decided to stay involved in local government and just work. Well now it’s almost 2020 and I’m 20 years old. I’ve thought long and hard about what I want out of life and I’ve always loved science and anything to do with medical and have decided to start over and give college at a university a try. I know I can do it because when I’ve put effort into any class I’ve always received an A or B, and now that I’m older I’m more disciplined. Do you think that one semester at my community college will effect my chances of even looking towards medical school later down the road, if I retook the classes I failed and improved and received decent (A-B’s perhaps one C) my next four years in my undergrad?

Thanks for this video. I am also having problems with chemistry because I don’t have a good chemistry foundation

GPA does not define how smart you are.

This is why I'm so stressed. I dt want to explain my bad grades to anybody. I want As and Bs. I just want to talk about what's really relevant.

Hard work. You put in the work.

Really helpful!

Can you explain the whole school and class setup information? For instance, you explain what kind of degrees you need for becoming a doctor, and what kind of school you have to go to. Also, explain study methods you’ve used to help you get A’s.

I relate to this so much that its scary. I was feeling super discouraged and watching this just motivated me. Thankyou for this. i just took my first round of exams for molecular bio and o-chem and I did ok but I need to do better. Any study tips for science courses?

This video helped me a lot because I am hoping to study premed then getting my master's as an anesthesiologist assistant. Right now I am a sophomore in high school and I am also taking at least three college classes each semester so I can graduate with my diploma and associate's degree. Last semester I took General chemistry 1 and that had me questioning if I was smart enough to get to the degree I wanted but this helped me a lot. Thank you!

Your video blew up! Grats!

I haven't even checked out college courses yet, but your story is inspiring. I had untreated ADD when I was in high school and zoned out of the foundation courses. However I want to be a doctor, I work in the medical field currently and I love working with patients, but I want to diagnosis and treat illness. So I am going to go to community college and retake some of the high school courses that I barely passed, Physical Science, Algerbra, Chemistry, Biology. And hey I work at a hospital that offers tuition assistance so maybe it was just a matter of letting the cards line up at the right time.

About to go into my first year of Pre-Med and this is really awesome to look at. It's good to know one mistake won't ruin my life! I'm ready to work hard though, especially in calc and organic chem (ugh).

Thank you for the video !

Had a pretty similar situation to you. I’m currently a Pre-Med, but my first two semesters of college were not good. Kicked it off with a 2.3, and then my second semester with a 1.8 after it was said and done. My first semester was pretty much the same problem as you, I didn’t have the right materials and strategies to study. The second semester, I had to have a surgery to remove a wisdom tooth (won’t go into much detail but it was not in a convenient spot, so they could only remove the one). That cause me to fall behind, and fail one class. Although none of these classes so far are science related, I’m reserving to take those at a four year university, as I’m in technical college at the moment planning to transfer. It’s a much more cost effective method for me lol. Not to mention a couple semesters I had to miss due to a surgery and experiencing a near death illness. Although my last semester I aced all my classes, once there wasn’t anything standing in my way. I’m not sure if medical schools like that much error in the beginning of an academic career, but I hope they see my effort and grades going forward. Thank you for the video, you gave me a lot of inspiration to pursue my passion.

Thanks!

That's a nice painting/picture in the back .

him: I studied very minimally and got straight A's my coursework: 💀💀💀 killing me

literally me rn. I am a first year in college and enroll in gen chem, cell and organisms, chem lab. Cells and organisms is just way to much for a human to remember everything

Thanks for sharing.

I just wrapped up my second semester in my freshman undergrad and I have to say I am surprised I did really well in Calculus (A-97%). Chemistry and Biology I struggle in but have maintained above a 90 for both. I’m taking Organic chem, Cell bio and genetics in the fall so who knows how that will go.

A lot of people I went to school with including myself we didn't know what to be. I wish our school emphasized on career day or had classes on what interests us. It wasn't until I became a caregiver and later a nursing assistant that I wanted to be a Doctor. I just graduated with a 3.8 GPA in Psychology and now will do pre reqs classes for med school. Idk for some odd reason I didn't really understand biology as well as chemistry. When I did take an intro class chem made more sense.

My highschool used to be private school and now it's a public school, however it's really hard. Like I am senior in high school and taking Cal 2

Your story is parallel to mine. I have that strong upward trend in all of my upper-level biology classes and I have strong recommendations from many of the biology professors including the head of the department but I have been concerned on whether that would be enough, and if I should even bother applying.

For real he took some hard classes that 2.7gpa really when choosing classes I'd highly recommend trying to be realistic with yourself and if you can handle such a dense couseload. I've been able to mix some hard classes with some easy classes but that won't always be the case. And at the end of the day as much as you might want to finish college early or on time sometimes at the expense of better grades take less classes if you can. Especially since i'm sure that bio and chem were each 4 credits if not more. But seriously he gives some solid advice and perspective really glad he made this video and gives me a fresh of breath air as I had two f's on my transcript but now junior year 3.9gpa! It's not easy but anything is possible with the right mindset.