Low undergrad GPA for undergrad - applying to Audiology programs

[Courtney 12]

Hello, 

I had a question and concern in regards to a low undergraduate GPA.

I was thinking about pursuing a Audiology program but my undergrad GPA was low and at a 2.9.

I'm currently taking post-bacc courses in speech path./communication science disorders and plan on getting a second Bachelor's degree in speech path to be prepared for the program and to bring up my GPA.

If I can I'mprove my GPA through post-bacc classes, can I still be considered for getting into Audiology programs?  Will programs look at or consider a higher post-bacc GPA?

[audapplicant2020]

It really depends on the program.

GPA is very important but most programs look at your entire application holistically. So if you are concerned about a lower GPA then make other sections of your application stand out. For example, try to get some hands-on experience as a hearing screener or at an audiology clinic as some type of assistant. I had a lot of hands-on experience and I was very successful in the application process. Work on your GRE score if it is below average!

There is a lot of data on each school's admission numbers on ASHA's website. Target schools that have a higher admission rate, received low numbers of applications,  or accepted applicants with lower GPAs. I have linked it below for reference.  https://find.asha.org/ed#q=audiology&sort=relevancy&f:@degreeprogram=[Entry-Level Clinical Doctoral Degree in Audiology] 

Good Luck! 

[Courtney 12]

Thank you for the info! Do you think doing  a second degree in speech path to bring up GPA will better my chances?