Hofstra ($$) VS OUWB ($)

[ftp902]

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Thanks in advance everyone. I pretty much came down to these two schools. I was able to attend OUWB second look, but not Hofstra's. I come from CA and I eventually want to match back into CA or other major cities on the east coast.


Hofstra

Pros
-Near NYC (how much does this matter?)
-8-12 almost everyday
-Better research opportunity
-Higher Step 1 score and average GPA/MCAT for accepted students are higher (does this mean anything?)
-possibly better weather in NY than Michigan?
-possibly better chance to match in great hospitals in NY
-great facility

Cons
-More expensive (expecting ~150k total in loans)
-I did not "click" with the current students I met at Hofstra.


OUWB

Pros
-Cheaper (expecting ~60k total in loans)
-loved students and faculties during interview and second look
-I could see that the school is extremely supportive of students in many different ways.
-Great hospital system


Cons
-Location; I haven't fully explored the area yet, but it seems pretty bleak.
-8-4 schedule almost everyday
-weaker research opportunity
-weather

I guess it really comes down onto the cost. Is Hofstra worth 80-100k more for its opportunities and location?

 

[mik30102]

Go for OWUB. I liked hofstra but its not worth 100k over any US MD school.

 

[ftp902]

Thank you for your input, although the poll is split even... This makes it much more diffcult. Anyone else to chime in?

 

[Nave]

Go for OWUB. I liked hofstra but its not worth 100k over any US MD school.

Agreed. Also to add the weather isn't that bad, I think you'll get used to it rather quickly. As for the surrounding area places like downtown Rochester and downtown Royal Oak have a lot to do. OUWB students are all really close so I don't think you'll have a problem finding things to do in your spare time. Anyway good luck with your decision!

 

[Rainbow Zebra]

Thanks in advance everyone. I pretty much came down to these two schools. I was able to attend OUWB second look, but not Hofstra's. I come from CA and I eventually want to match back into CA or other major cities on the east coast.


Hofstra

Pros
-Near NYC (how much does this matter?)
-8-12 almost everyday
-Better research opportunity
-Higher Step 1 score and average GPA/MCAT for accepted students are higher (does this mean anything?)
-possibly better weather in NY than Michigan?
-possibly better chance to match in great hospitals in NY
-great facility

Cons
-More expensive (expecting ~150k total in loans)
-I did not "click" with the current students I met at Hofstra.


OUWB

Pros
-Cheaper (expecting ~60k total in loans)
-loved students and faculties during interview and second look
-I could see that the school is extremely supportive of students in many different ways.
-Great hospital system


Cons
-Location; I haven't fully explored the area yet, but it seems pretty bleak.
-8-4 schedule almost everyday
-weaker research opportunity
-weather

I guess it really comes down onto the cost. Is Hofstra worth 80-100k more for its opportunities and location?

A Michigander here, our weather isn't that different the Long Island (maybe a bit more snow).
You will be in the suburbs, this is not a college town place like Ann Arbor. Congrats on 2 great schools!!

 

[Serous Demilune]

Hofstra is also squarely in the suburbs.
They are two very similar schools: both relatively new, but with expansive hospital systems that have been training residents for years. If OUWB is cheaper and you felt more at home there, then that's where you belong. As for the 8-4 curriculum, as long as lectures aren't mandatory you'll be spending the same amount of time in class as the Hofstra students (mandatory attendance for most things).

 

[BETAMERCAPTO42]

Hey, I know this is an old post, but would you be willing to share which school you chose, and why? Thanks!