Science GPA (BCPM) Calculator
Calculate your Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Math GPA for Medical School applications.
| Course Name | Grade | Credits | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D F |
Your Calculated Science GPA
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Total Credits: 0 | Total Quality Points: 0
What is a Science GPA (BCPM)?
For students applying to medical school (MD or DO) or other health profession programs, the Science GPA is a critical metric. It is often referred to as the BCPM GPA, which stands for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. Admissions committees use this specific average to gauge your proficiency in the core scientific disciplines required for medical training.
How to Use This Science GPA Calculator
To accurately calculate your BCPM GPA, follow these steps:
- List your courses: Enter the names of all courses that fall under Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Math departments.
- Select your Grade: Choose the letter grade received for each course. We use the standard 4.0 scale (A=4.0, A-=3.7, etc.).
- Input Credits: Enter the number of credit hours (units) assigned to the course (e.g., 3.0 or 4.0).
- Add Rows: Use the "Add Course" button for additional classes.
- Calculate: Click the green button to see your weighted average.
Which Courses Count Towards Science GPA?
According to AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service) guidelines, the following typically count:
- Biology: Genetics, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Cell Biology.
- Chemistry: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry.
- Physics: All lecture and lab-based physics courses.
- Mathematics: Calculus, Statistics, Algebra, Trigonometry.
Example Calculation
If you take General Chemistry (4 credits) and earn an "A" (4.0), and Biology (3 credits) earning a "B" (3.0):
- Chemistry: 4 credits × 4.0 = 16.0 Quality Points
- Biology: 3 credits × 3.0 = 9.0 Quality Points
- Total Points: 25.0
- Total Credits: 7.0
- Science GPA: 25 / 7 = 3.57