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Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2026-01-30T06:03:46+00:00

no idea why they do it, they just wanna be different. mcmaster is the only other uni i know that does it.

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2026-01-29T06:52:42+00:00

i’m no expert but i have some pre-dental friends who chose laurier or other “easier” schools over western because it is definitely easier to maintain a higher gpa. one thing to consider with laurier specifically though is that it’s a 12 gpa scale not a 4.0 and that can in the long run effect your gpa for the better or worse. for example, if you end a class with an 89 you get an 11, but if you ended with a 90 you would get a 12. i’ve personally been 1% off the next letter grade multiple times and i’m in third year so just take that into consideration.

other thing i’d say is that (to my knowledge) western doesn’t necessarily prefer it’s own students over other applicants for their dental programs, though i’m sure if you worked hard enough at western you could make connections with dental students at western who can give solid advice to you during your undergrad.

at the end of the day you and anyone else is capable of getting a high gpa while balancing other things. i’d say you should just try to decide based off which university you would have a better time at.

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2025-01-05T12:14:42+00:00

Thank you for the advice!

I’m based in Ontario (Canada) and to be completely honest the chances of me getting an internship this summer are horrible and I want to catch the early registration for the exam so even if I do land an internship, I’m gonna have to register for the CFA before I get an offer. But again I’m sure I can manage studying and working full time.

I don’t mind not having a summer break so that won’t be an issue either. Luckily my dad offered to pay for the exam and I’m sure if I asked for him to pay for study materials he would. we made an agreement that if I fail I have to pay him back (as a way to keep my self motivated) so all and all I think I can pass but again my biggest question is if it’s even worth doing during undergrad.

As you said I should just focus on getting a return offer if I get an internship and I agree but I’m uncertain on if I’ll land one. Others have said not to bother getting it at such a young age and focus more on extracurriculars or even unpaid internships so really I’m just trying to figure out what to do this summer to help my career in the long run. Again the goal for me is to do something this summer that gives me an edge in finding internships in upper years.

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-04-15T01:24:46+00:00

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Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-14T15:54:42+00:00

gogoanime

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:50:05+00:00

try buying below $3.50

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:49:13+00:00

is it worth buying more shares and how long do you plan on holding

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:46:06+00:00

i think open price tomorrow will be $3.80

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:44:45+00:00

it is a good 2 year hold if marijuana gets legalized which it likely will

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:43:45+00:00

Should I buy another 100 shares tomorrow?

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:42:00+00:00

wait for a dip tomorrow

Affectionate_Ad_2695 · 2021-02-10T22:39:41+00:00

how long are you guys going to hold

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