GW vs Rush

[Saraeee]

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I need some input on these two schools, both pros and cons. I have already been accepted to Rush, but am on the waitlist for GW. I loved both schools, but like DC a bit more than Chicago. I'm just debating whether to put in the effort to try and get off the waitlist to go to GW. Any input on both schools would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!!

 

[TimmyTheWonderD]

go to Rush so that other guy who posted "GW vs Loyola" can go to GW and the GW waitlist can move, which in turn will cause the Loyola waitlist to move....just kidding, i could not help myself 😛

 

[Vizsla]

I need some input on these two schools, both pros and cons. I have already been accepted to Rush, but am on the waitlist for GW. I loved both schools, but like DC a bit more than Chicago. I'm just debating whether to put in the effort to try and get off the waitlist to go to GW. Any input on both schools would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!!

Im hoping to be in the same position as you...Im waiting to hear back from my Rush interview and I have an upcoming GWU interview. I think both schools are comparable but tuition at GWU is 40K vs 37K at Rush, also cost of living in DC is higher. Both have amazing hospitals and Ive heard great things about the clinical training at both. One thing I really liked about the class at GWU is the diversity, its prob one of the most diverse student bodies out there. Im originally from the DC area so although I really liked Rush a lot, it would definitely be a tough choice to make. Goodluck!

 

[riceman04]

go to Rush so that other guy who posted "GW vs Loyola" can go to GW and the GW waitlist can move, which in turn will cause the Loyola waitlist to move....just kidding, i could not help myself 😛

you never can

 

[waitman192]

go to Rush so that other guy who posted "GW vs Loyola" can go to GW and the GW waitlist can move, which in turn will cause the Loyola waitlist to move....just kidding, i could not help myself 😛

ok timmy, i can support you here!!! (i obviously couldn't help myself either 😉 )

 

[TimmyTheWonderD]

you never can

😉

 

[mphthenmd]

Rush only interviews about 500 so does anyone know the acceptance rate for those offered int.

 

[Vizsla]

Rush only interviews about 500 so does anyone know the acceptance rate for those offered int.

per MSAR, rush interviewed 465 last yr...Im guess they accept close to double their matriculation rate (which was 128) so maybe around 220-240? I dont really know tho...

 

[mphthenmd]

Thanks

 

[NapeSpikes]

Rush only interviews about 500 so does anyone know the acceptance rate for those offered int.

My waitlist letter says they accept roughly 250 each year including those from the waitlist, so Vizsla's numbers seem right on.

 

[mphthenmd]

Nape,
Thanks and best of luck.

 

[veenut]

I need some input on these two schools, both pros and cons. I have already been accepted to Rush, but am on the waitlist for GW. I loved both schools, but like DC a bit more than Chicago. I'm just debating whether to put in the effort to try and get off the waitlist to go to GW. Any input on both schools would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!!

i'm surprised you like DC more than Chicago, i think chicago has a lot more to offer

 

[opstandzon]

Trust me, Timmy - I want nothing more than to make a decision and free up a spot for some other fabulous applicant. I sat on the waitinglists for a long time last year...

vn2004 - Please elaborate on what more Chicago has to offer over DC! I'd love to hear all about it. 🙂

So, there are clearly lots of Loyola folks on SDN, but I'm feeling a significant lack of GW representation...

This is a PM from the only GW student I've heard from thus far: "I am at GWU- non trad and I am not a huge fan. \In general, the pros are the students (not a competative cut throat school) and living in DC, but the basic science courses are poorly organized and uninspiring. I think clinical will be better but I am not there yet."

My personal feelings on GW:

1. I love that it's right off the METRO. However, several of the female students I met at my interview said that they felt unsafe riding the METRO late at night (when they are typically going home). They pay an exorbitant parking rate so that they can drive to class... As a woman, I'm a little concerned by this. I don't know if they are just paranoid or what. I grew up in a rough neighborhood, so I don't know if I would feel as concerned on public transportation.

2. The POM curriculum seems fantastic. In addition to all the clinical skills classes, I'm inspired by the other aspects of the training (i.e., discussing spirituality with patients - Christina Puchalski, MD, runs the GWish program for spirituality - she is so wonderful!).

3. The proximity to all things political is pretty cool, especially if you see yourself crossing over into the political arena. I have considered doing the MPH in health policy at GW.

4. GW seems to put a significant amount of energy into supporting the ideas of students. It seems like a large number of the extracurricular programs that were sold during the interview day were originally the brain children of students. The Office of Student Opportunities seems like a great place to join in a project or start your own. I like that you get to "minor" in various elective topics (i.e., health policy, global health, bioethics, etc.).

5. Diversity is a big selling point. I'm originally from Los Angeles and now live in San Francisco. I think that the high level of diversity in DC (and at GW) would compliment my earlier experiences well.

6. The new hospital is really spectacular. The medical education floor is full of techy toys (Clinical Learning and Simulation Skills Center and the lecture classrooms). I like that all the lectures are recorded and available for download on mp3 format.

7. I wonder if the price tag is worth it all... $41K+ for tuition with an overall estimated budget of $60K+.

 

[veenut]

vn2004 - Please elaborate on what more Chicago has to offer over DC! I'd love to hear all about it. 🙂

it's more of a personal preference. i'm not really into the whole political culture, and it seems like that everything in DC revolves around that. there's pretty much only a few good places to go out: adams morgan, dupont, g-town, and that's it. i've been in the DC area since last July, and I honestly feel that I've pretty much run out of things to do here, very different from when I was in NYC prior to moving down here.

i haven't lived in chicago, just visited a few times, but here are my impressions: chicago has a great blues/jazz scene, which i'm really into. it's also a much, much larger city than DC, and has a lot more interesting and diverse set of neighborhoods. which to me translates to a lot more interesting places to visit and explore.

but you indicated that you like the political stuff. so if that's your bag, then DC might be for you.