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Thank you all for your responses!! Do you think I really shouldn't factor how third year clerkships are graded - UCSF (P/F) and Columbia (H/HP/P/F) - into the decision? Should I just focus more on which location I find more desirable? Also, UCSF's preclinical tests are mainly open response, whereas Columbia's are multiple choice and more step-based
I have family somewhat nearby in both locations. I like UCSF's location for Golden Gate Park and all the green space; I love being outdoors. However, I think I would also really enjoy NYC too and Columbia's actual facilities are much nicer.
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As it’s already been noted P/F clinical will most likely be less stressful but at the end of the day most medical schools have some kind of tiered grading for clinicals so I wouldn’t consider that a con for Columbia. Just a Pro for SF.Thank you all for your responses!! Do you think I really shouldn't factor how third year clerkships are graded - UCSF (P/F) and Columbia (H/HP/P/F) - into the decision? Should I just focus more on which location I find more desirable? Also, UCSF's preclinical tests are mainly open response, whereas Columbia's are multiple choice and more step-based
I have family somewhat nearby in both locations. I like UCSF's location for Golden Gate Park and all the green space; I love being outdoors. However, I think I would also really enjoy NYC too and Columbia's actual facilities are much nicer.