The grade I earned for Chem 110 is not high enough to allow me to go on to Chem 112. What should I do?
First, you should continue to work on your math sequence. It is a necessary foundation for both chemistry and physics. Beyond that there are a couple of options in this situation. First, you could opt to take chemistry (one or both semesters) in summer school. If you choose this option, be sure to take the course(s) at a school comparable in rigor to Allegheny. It may be tempting to take it at a less rigorous school to earn a higher grade, but, in the long run, this is not a good strategy. Second, you could simply wait and retake Chem 110 next fall. Presumably, with a stronger foundation in math and better study skills, you will be more successful. To round out your second semester consider taking English 200 or some other English literature course as well as a fourth course that will satisfy the requirements for you minor (or major if it not in the sciences). Consider, also, taking four years to complete your pre-health core. Allowing yourself the extra year may have some real advanta
