Calculate your Science GPA (BCPM - Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math) for medical school applications. Get detailed breakdowns by subject area and compare to overall GPA.
Science GPA includes only Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Math courses. Medical schools use BCPM GPA separately from your overall GPA to evaluate scientific preparation.
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Medical schools evaluate applicants using two separate GPAs: your overall cumulative GPA and your Science GPA (BCPM). Our calculator helps you determine your BCPM GPA, which includes only Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Math courses.
Science GPA, also called BCPM GPA, is a specialized GPA calculation used by medical school admissions. BCPM stands for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. This GPA includes all courses classified under these four categories, regardless of your major. AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service) calculates this separately from your overall GPA to assess your scientific preparation.
Science GPA Formula
Science GPA = Σ(BCPM Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ(BCPM Credit Hours)Admissions committees use Science GPA to assess your ability to handle rigorous science coursework in medical school.
Strong BCPM performance often correlates with MCAT science section scores, showing consistent scientific aptitude.
Many medical schools have minimum Science GPA requirements (typically 3.0-3.2) for application consideration.
Track your BCPM GPA throughout undergrad to ensure you're competitive for medical school applications.
Calculate your Science GPA before submitting AMCAS applications to set realistic school list expectations.
Monitor how additional science coursework is improving your cumulative BCPM GPA.
Help students understand their academic standing and create improvement strategies for medical school readiness.
Biology courses include General Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Ecology, Zoology, Botany, and similar life science courses. Lab courses associated with these also count.
Biochemistry is typically classified as Chemistry by AMCAS, though some schools may view it differently. When in doubt, check AMCAS course classification guidelines or contact the specific school.
The average Science GPA for matriculating MD students is around 3.65-3.70. For DO programs, averages are slightly lower at 3.50-3.55. Highly competitive programs may have averages of 3.8+. A Science GPA of 3.5+ is generally considered competitive.
Yes! Post-baccalaureate programs, special master's programs (SMPs), and retaking courses at community colleges can help improve your Science GPA. AMCAS includes all attempts of a course in the calculation, so new courses or retakes add to your total.