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Peer reviewedCooke, W. D.; And Others – Academic Medicine, 1992
A study of over 8,000 admissions of Cornell University (New York) graduates to 19 highly selective medical schools, 1982-89, found that grade point average (GPA) was extremely influential especially at 9 schools. It was concluded that applicants often receive encouragement to continue the application process despite little chance of acceptance.…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, College Applicants, Competitive Selection, Grade Point Average
