Questions about applying

[dc2588]

Hey all!

First time applicant here and I'm freaking out about this process. Can someone tell me how I can better my application besides doing crisis counseling (which I'm trying to line up)

I graduated in biology 2017 with a cumulative GPA 3.5. I did 1 year of research with a professor and TA for physiology. I did the GC internship with Northwestern which is why I decided to apply to GC school. GRE scores 86 V  55Q.

Currently, I'm taking biochem and statistics to fulfill prereqs but I'm very likely to get an F in biochem. If I don't get an F, it'll be a D.  What should I do about this biochem dilemma? Do most people pass in the first go-round? Btw, I'm applying to LIU Post, Mt. Sinai, Rutgers and Northwestern. 

Thanks!

[pnguyen540]

Sounds like Biochem is causing a lot of trouble for you and your application. I do not know if you are doing semester or quarter, my best suggestion is to withdraw from the class to avoid an F or a D. Having a W is still a better choice, which you can explain to the graduate committee (either through your statement or in-person interview, if applicable). Talk to your professor(s) who graduated in the field and seek for their advice regarding your situation.