KaitMedical
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I know I’m probably super early, I’ve still got a little less than 3 years before I do any applying. But I want to know what school is best for my goals so I can work towards their requirements. Sorry for the long list.
VCU:
Pros:
-forensic pathology fellowship offered at medical examiners office
-highly regarded in forensic science
-prestigious status in research (will help with residency matching and job applications)
-wonderful area
-great pathology programs
Cons:
-extremely far from home
-out of state tuition and slimmer acceptance rate
-some programs require research thesis
-virtually no support system
Emory:
Pros:
-proximity to GBI
-not too far out of state
-highly respected/regarded medical school
-good residency programs
-has highly accredited surgical pathology fellowship program run by department of pathology and laboratory medicine
-accredited forensic pathology fellowship
Cons:
-out of state tuition and slimmer acceptance rate
-competitive application due to prestigious status
-strict requirements
MUSC:
Pros:
-in state tuition and higher acceptance rate
-closer to home
-dedicated department of pathology medical and forensic autopsy division
-great programs and fellowships
-great area
Cons:
-forensic pathology fellowship is only offered to one applicant each academic year
-competitive application
-if attended, program opportunities might be localized to just sc
UTSW:
Pros:
-higher out of state acceptance rate
-diverse and growing area
-accredited forensic pathology fellowship closely affiliated with Dallas county institute of forensic sciences
-family near Dallas
-prestigious status will help with residency matching
Cons:
-extremely competitive, high GPA and MCAT averages
-far from home
-extremely expensive
-students report low mental health
-current medical restriction laws might affect standing during job applications
UAB:
Pros:
-lower tuition for out of state
-lower average MCAT
-holistic application process
-forensic pathology program closely affiliated with medical examiner
-affordable cost of living in surrounding city
-offers combined Ph.D. and MD
-prestigious
Cons:
-currently undergoing backlash over racism, might affect job applications
-harsh attitude towards out of state applicants
-out of state
-further from family
-highly competitive
-not a fan of Alabama
VCU:
Pros:
-forensic pathology fellowship offered at medical examiners office
-highly regarded in forensic science
-prestigious status in research (will help with residency matching and job applications)
-wonderful area
-great pathology programs
Cons:
-extremely far from home
-out of state tuition and slimmer acceptance rate
-some programs require research thesis
-virtually no support system
Emory:
Pros:
-proximity to GBI
-not too far out of state
-highly respected/regarded medical school
-good residency programs
-has highly accredited surgical pathology fellowship program run by department of pathology and laboratory medicine
-accredited forensic pathology fellowship
Cons:
-out of state tuition and slimmer acceptance rate
-competitive application due to prestigious status
-strict requirements
MUSC:
Pros:
-in state tuition and higher acceptance rate
-closer to home
-dedicated department of pathology medical and forensic autopsy division
-great programs and fellowships
-great area
Cons:
-forensic pathology fellowship is only offered to one applicant each academic year
-competitive application
-if attended, program opportunities might be localized to just sc
UTSW:
Pros:
-higher out of state acceptance rate
-diverse and growing area
-accredited forensic pathology fellowship closely affiliated with Dallas county institute of forensic sciences
-family near Dallas
-prestigious status will help with residency matching
Cons:
-extremely competitive, high GPA and MCAT averages
-far from home
-extremely expensive
-students report low mental health
-current medical restriction laws might affect standing during job applications
UAB:
Pros:
-lower tuition for out of state
-lower average MCAT
-holistic application process
-forensic pathology program closely affiliated with medical examiner
-affordable cost of living in surrounding city
-offers combined Ph.D. and MD
-prestigious
Cons:
-currently undergoing backlash over racism, might affect job applications
-harsh attitude towards out of state applicants
-out of state
-further from family
-highly competitive
-not a fan of Alabama