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Help! I was really leaning toward UVA for awhile now, but just found out about Hackensack merit scholarship which would essentially reduce my debt by hundreds of thousands, so I am definitely reconsidering. I am interested in neuro/anesthesia/psychiatry, but open to other specialties.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for you help!
Hackensack Meridian
Pros:
* merit scholarship!
* close to home
* hospital system is notable in NJ
* accelerated program with guaranteed match after 3 years in hackensack university medical system
Cons:
* new school/unranked with no established reputation
* match not as strong (prob because it's so new)
* rotations will involve lot of driving
*accelerated curriculum with fewer breaks
University of Virginia
Pros:
* good reputation
* great match
* nice college town/location with natural surroundings
* better work/life balance
Cons:
* No aid offered-$300,000 in debt + interest
* far from home so family/support system not nearby
Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for you help!
Hackensack Meridian
Pros:
* merit scholarship!
* close to home
* hospital system is notable in NJ
* accelerated program with guaranteed match after 3 years in hackensack university medical system
Cons:
* new school/unranked with no established reputation
* match not as strong (prob because it's so new)
* rotations will involve lot of driving
*accelerated curriculum with fewer breaks
University of Virginia
Pros:
* good reputation
* great match
* nice college town/location with natural surroundings
* better work/life balance
Cons:
* No aid offered-$300,000 in debt + interest
* far from home so family/support system not nearby