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Touro vs. Temple (OOS)
I was fortunate to have been accepted into Touro and Temple Dental School. I have been waitlisted at Buffalo and UNE. Still waiting on responses from 4 more schools. If any Touro or Temple students could chime in on their experience at school it would be much appreciated. TOURO Pros: -...- jjsmiles
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USF SELECT vs. Wayne State
Hi everyone! So I am debating between three schools at the moment. I am currently on the waitlist for Wayne State, but on the chance I do get accepted, I want to be able to have a solid idea of what would be the better place to attend. I am also interested in Anesthesiology, General-Surgery...- deleted848116
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Case Western vs Indiana University
Hello all! Thanks for looking at my post. I'm currently trying to decide between attending CWRU or IUSM. Case Western Pros: • Prestige • Strong clinical rotation sites (University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, VA, Metro) • Great research opportunities • Large amount of time during...- TimeSpace1
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Stony Brook vs UMass
Hi all, Very fortunate to get acceptance to these two state schools. Without considering costs, is there is a perceived difference in the quality of these two (in terms of match competitiveness, general feelings towards, etc.) Here are some quicks pros/cons I jotted down.. Let me know if I...- RSVBT
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BUSM vs WCM
Thank you in advance. I'm very excited to be accepted to both programs, it's been a long journey! Currently, I'm interested in emergency medicine / general surgery - potentially in academic medicine. Both match-lists look impressive, for what they're worth. I guess I'm looking for...- Neuronom
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SJB in PR vs VCOM-Auburn
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in Puerto Rico vs Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn Campus. Hello! I am making this post because I need honest opinions as to best choice here. I am leaning towards SJB, although I understand that both choices have some dilemmas (MD outside...- anovas
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- edward via help me decide: school x vs school y md & do md vs do san juan bautista sjb sjbsm vcom vcom-auburn
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LECOM-E vs NYITCOM-JB vs ACOM
LECOM-Erie Pros Closest to home, a few hour drive to family, which is very important to me. Very low tuition cost (~33k). I might be able to get away without having to take out any loans. Chose the DSP pathway which essentially means learning independently and do not have to be in class or on...- harlo112211
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ARCOM vs KYCOM
After three years of applying, I didn't think I would be having to choose from my acceptances, so not a bad problem to have, but I was hoping to gain some insight from you guys about the hardest, most life-altering decision of my life. I have made a pros and cons list for both schools: ARCOM...- Fueled by caffeine dreams
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KCU vs LMU-DCOM
Hey guys, I got accepted to both KCU (Kansas City campus) and LMU-DCOM (Harrogate campus). I can't decide on which school to go to and would appreciate some feedback from either current students or just any advice in general. I do not know as much about KCU campus/area wise because I spent...- maiyamoon
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University of Washington vs University of New Mexico
University of New Mexico Pros Affordable (Tuition ~$18,000 and cost of living is very low) Close to family Seems to have a supportive faculty, relatively low stress Nice facilities, new building Very diverse Cons Ranked less well, I do not know how much that really matters. I have heard...- dp2017cr
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PCOM Vs CCOM
I have already been accepted to PCOM (Philly campus) but was offered an II to CCOM. How do the clinical rotations of these two schools compare? Is there any significant reason why CCOM would be much better to warrant paying almost 20k more a year in tuition? Also which school would potentially...- DrHiggs
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- ccom help me decide: school x vs school y osteopathic pcom
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UIWSOM vs ATSU-SOMA
Hello! After a rough cycle, I'm so happy to have been offered two seats. I would really appreciate if you could help me choose between these schools. Tuition doesn't matter to me-- I'm trying to focus on location, curriculum, and quality of life (their importances not in any kind of order)...- deleted953743
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McGovern or UWSOM
Hi! I have been lucky enough to be accepted to both of these great schools, but I am having a hard time figuring out which school to go to. Any help would be greatly appreciated! McGovern Pros: I really liked the feeling of the school and connected with the staff and students Texas Medical...- BreakfastAtJeffreys
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Vanderbilt vs. Pitt
Hey folks! I'd love some feedback from you guys regarding this decision. I feel like there are so many factors to consider here and I am having trouble figuring out what weight to give each factor. I'm OOS for both Vandy and Pitt, but am excited about living in a new place. I'm interested in...- MWfuturedoctor
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Case vs. Stony Brook (OOS)
Hi everyone I am really struggling between Case and SB since they are both really good schools and have the same cost of attendance. Will be so grateful for any opinions! For me: If possible, I hope to specialize, preferably OMFS I enjoy big city life I am international and diversity is...- Italiansoda
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- case western reserve university dental help me decide help me decide: school x vs school y stony brook dental
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KCU-Joplin vs RVU-Utah
I have been accepted to both medical schools and have until mid-January to put down a deposit KCU-Joplin Pros Less expensive tuition ($47,000) Less expensive cost of living. Husband and I could potentially live in a house rather than an apartment. Established school with a great reputation...- parakeetsmiles
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ACOM vs. CUSOM
Hey, guys! So I know this thread has been done already in the past, but in light of the new cycle, I thought I'd start a new one so that I'm not spamming the people from the old one. I recently got into both schools, and they both have some great things going on for them, but they're so similar...- jasnh
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SUNY Downstate vs Howard COM
Howard Pros Already confirmed, have a lease DC is probably nicer, haven't spent much time in Brooklyn Have car available Like previous living conditions in grad school The students and other classes are really cohesive Cons Long travel time home, (NY) More expensive Not as ‘competitive...- Jumpet
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- downstate help a poor lost soul help me decide: school x vs school y howard lease waitlist acceptance
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Ohio State vs. U of Cincinnati
Just got an acceptance from OSU this morning and now I'm trying to decide between two very similar schools! The prestige difference between OSU & UC is probably negligible, both have great research opportunities, and tuition is very similar at both schools. UC has repeatedly used their...- Eleithyia
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- help deciding help me decide: school x vs school y ohio ohio state university of cincinnati
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University of Maryland vs. Albert Einstein
Trying to decide between U of Maryland and Einstein, am OOS for Maryland. Any thoughts as to which has better research opportunities, better opportunities for residency, better curriculum/rotation schedules? Thanks!- almostmed2018
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UCSB vs UC Davis vs UCLA vs Case Western for Premed
I am a current high school senior in California, and I was lucky enough to be accepted into UCSB (honors), UC Davis (regents), UCLA, and Case Western Reserve University. I'm having trouble choosing between these four institutions. Any help would be much appreciated :) SB: pros- - easiest of...- deleted916680
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- case western reserve university choosing undergraduate school freshman pre med help me decide: school x vs school y high school senior in state vs out of state pre med advice uc davis ucla ucsb
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RVU-CO vs MSU-COM
Hey all, I just want to say I appreciate your advice/input in advance. I feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to make a decision between the two, I just want to be making the right one. RVU-CO Pros Curriculum/Board Scores Location (SO, Family, Skiing) UltraSound Emphasis in curriculum...- California1904
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- help me decide: school x vs school y msucom rvu-co rvucom
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RVU-CO vs MSU-COM
Hey all, I just want to say I appreciate your advice/input. RVU-CO Pros Curriculum/Board Scores Location (SO, Family, Skiing) UltraSound Emphasis in curriculum Cons Unclear on what rotations look like, quality? Reputation? (I read a lot of issues with CU and "for-profit status", I'd like to...- California1904
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Albert Einstein vs. Albany Med
Thanks, everyone decision made!- aspiringdoc93
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Louisville vs LUCOM; An MD vs. DO school for an aspiring EM doc
I have been accepted at the University of Louisville (MD program) and the four-year-old Liberty University of Osteopathic Medicine (LUCOM) (DO program). I loved both of them and would be happy attending either. However, there a few factors I need some help on. As of now, I want to go into...- nackbaxster14
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- emergency medical emergency medicine help a poor lost soul help me decide: school x vs school y lucom md vs do pre-med advice pre-med guidance
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my big D...lemma
Let’s keep this organized and in advance thank you!!! About me: Marist BA psych n Phil 3.5 Pre med reqs almost done gpa 3.5 Age 26 American and working on dual with EU via dead EU ancestors in Italy. Goal:Become psychiatrist work in UK 1) The dual EU citizenship should help right? Especially...- NeuroendoHolism
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- help a poor lost soul help deciding help me decide: school x vs school y help me please international applicant psychiarty uk medical school ukcat
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Hofstra Northwell vs. Medical College of Wisconsin
Hofstra Pros Innovative problem based learning curriculum Smaller class size Beautiful and new, near NYC for networking opportunities Cons Mandatory classes, no recorded lectures Less established school Interested in biotech. Not positive there are great biotech research opportunities in the...- colden_haulfield
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- help me decide: school x vs school y hofstra medical college of wisconsin northwell health wisconsin
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OUHCOM vs. OSUCOM
I was accepted to both Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine-Dublin and The Ohio State University College of Medicine. My goal is to stay in Columbus but (praise the Lord) I was accepted to both schools in the Columbus area and I now have the (good) problem of deciding which...- sgardner1414
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OSUCOM vs. OUHCOM-Dublin
I was accepted to both. They are both located in Columbus, Ohio. Halp!!- sgardner1414
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KCU - Joplin vs UNECOM
hey guys so this is my first post ever so bare with me. I am super grateful that I have been accepted to 2 great schools but currently I am conflicted about what school to choose. I have already put my deposit down for KCU Joplin so I guess I also need advice on how to recend my acceptance there...- Conflicted124
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KCU - Joplin vs UNECOM
hey guys so this is my first post ever so bare with me. I am super grateful that I have been accepted to 2 great schools but currently I am conflicted about what school to choose. I have already put my deposit down for KCU Joplin so I guess I also need advice on how to recend my acceptance there...- Conflicted124
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Please help! VCOM-auburn vs KCU- joplin vs ATSU KCOM
I'm struggling with this decision. I've been accepted to all three and having a hard time figuring which is best. Background info: I have a husband and 2 year old son. Husband will need a job, we have to find a daycare for our son, and a house to rent. Moving from a metropolitan area with access...- HPlover03
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- atstilluniversity help me decide: school x vs school y kcu-joplin mothers going to medical school need advice vcom-auburn wife
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Help Me Decide: MSU & R-NJMS or NYIT
Hello friends! I am a high school senior currently applying to colleges. Now, this may be a bit premature (ba-dum), but I just want to close a conflict I have. I know it is tough to believe a 17-year-old, but I feel medicine is my calling and have for some time now. For the record, I have a...- whosnisarg
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- early admissions help help me help me decide: school x vs school y high school programs school choice school decision
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RVU-CO VS NYiT-Old Westbury
RVU Home state w/immediate family close by (I live in Denver, no moving required) $53,380.00 Founded 2006 For profit (this doesn't really make a difference to me, honestly) Avg GPA 3.5 (according to LizzyM) NYiT Extended family in Syracuse though no one in NYC $58,910.50 Founded 1977 Nonprofit...- The Re-Animator
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- help help me decide: school x vs school y nyit nyitcom pre -osteopathic pre-med advice rvu rvucom
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PCOM vs Nova
Hi everyone, I was recently accepted to PCOM, and I was planning on putting down my seat deposit. I was looking over the other schools I applied to, and the only other school I think I would ever consider would be Nova. Does anyone have any insight in comparing these two schools? I am from ~45...- HopefulDoc91
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- help me decide: school x vs school y nova pcom vs.
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LECOM Bradenton vs TouroCOM Middletown? Urgent! Deadline Tomorrow
Hey everybody, I've been an long time on/off lurker here but I need your help and wasn't sure who else to turn to, this late in the game! I've been accepted at TouroCOM Middletown (I was part of their master's/postbacc program) and even put in the deposit. However, I just got off the wait list...- Dockt0rOktopusz
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University of Pittsburgh vs. State School for pre-requisites
I'm a nontraditional premed student (former music teacher) in my late twenties. I've been accepted to the University of Pittsburgh (College of General Studies) for the fall to complete the prerequisite courses I need to apply to medical school. However, I'm currently taking two prerequisites...- Fidelio17
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NYU vs UCSF vs Cornell vs UCL vs McGill
I have a bunch of offers but idk where to go. They're all stupidly expensive due to the fact i'm an international student from Canada. But I guess i'd appreciate some insight from alumni or current students attending each university. I'm most leaning towards Stanford or UCSF right now. NYU...- LTLO6
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- accepted students cornell help me decide: school x vs school y manitoba nyu princeton stanford ucl ucsf washington
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