University of Tennessee Veterinary Medicine Mock Interview
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewers ask this question to determine if you are satisfied with your current GPA or if you would change it if you could. Tell the interviewers what your present GPA is and if you are happy with your score. If your GPA is lower than you would like, explain why your score is low without making excuses.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I feel my GPA of 3.2 could have been higher. However, I was working full-time while attending classes. All in all, I learned a lot about discipline, time management, and commitment. If accepted into the veterinary program, I will not be working, so I am sure my GPA will be higher."
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"My current GPA of 3.8 is a fair reflection of my above-average ability in pre-med coursework. My basic science GPA is even higher than my overall GPA, which suggests my abilities within this field."
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The University of Tennessee's admissions page states that non-resident applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale, and residents must have a minimum of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale. They also state that the only exception to the minimum GPA is if an applicant has made a disadvantage declaration by providing a disadvantage statement on their application. Tell the interviewers your current GPA, which should be at the minimum requirements or greater.
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