Hey y'all, I need some help and advice in choosing between these two. I have never been to either cities. There is no significance to the order of the lists.
KCU Joplin
Pros:
-Higher board scores
-Proven curriculum from KS
-Match list from KS campus is good (Joplin hasn't had a matching class yet)(I know some say this isn't the best way to gauge a school though)
-Established clinical sites at affiliated hospitals in Joplin
-Reputation
Cons:
-Im from Florida and like the south, not a fan of the cold
-Less research opportunity
-Less night life/things to do
VCOM - Auburn
Pros:
-More research opportunities
-International travel opportunity for a rotation
-Affiliated with Auburn Univ. - more undergrad, college town feel
-Can use Auburn facilities (gym)
-Could see myself living there in the future at this point in my life
Cons:
-Less reputation
-Less established clinical sites
-Lower board scores
-Dress code
Neutral/Still trying to figure out if its a pro or con:
KCU job has p/f curriculum, not sure if clinical are graded and VCOM Auburn is graded.
Summary: KCU-Joplin seems academically to be the better school given the list above, therefore it might be the wiser decision. I have also heard only positive things about the school. I went to an undergrad without a "college town" atmosphere and think the environment of VCOM - Auburn would be nice to have and a great experience. However, some things I have read in previous posts seems concerning regarding the curriculum and rotations. Tuition differences are negligible. That said, im not gonna be miserable and hate life at KCU - Joplin, I understand I will be busy and probably live in either place for only a limited time.
Any clarification/advice is greatly appreciated on any of my points.
KCU Joplin
Pros:
-Higher board scores
-Proven curriculum from KS
-Match list from KS campus is good (Joplin hasn't had a matching class yet)(I know some say this isn't the best way to gauge a school though)
-Established clinical sites at affiliated hospitals in Joplin
-Reputation
Cons:
-Im from Florida and like the south, not a fan of the cold
-Less research opportunity
-Less night life/things to do
VCOM - Auburn
Pros:
-More research opportunities
-International travel opportunity for a rotation
-Affiliated with Auburn Univ. - more undergrad, college town feel
-Can use Auburn facilities (gym)
-Could see myself living there in the future at this point in my life
Cons:
-Less reputation
-Less established clinical sites
-Lower board scores
-Dress code
Neutral/Still trying to figure out if its a pro or con:
KCU job has p/f curriculum, not sure if clinical are graded and VCOM Auburn is graded.
Summary: KCU-Joplin seems academically to be the better school given the list above, therefore it might be the wiser decision. I have also heard only positive things about the school. I went to an undergrad without a "college town" atmosphere and think the environment of VCOM - Auburn would be nice to have and a great experience. However, some things I have read in previous posts seems concerning regarding the curriculum and rotations. Tuition differences are negligible. That said, im not gonna be miserable and hate life at KCU - Joplin, I understand I will be busy and probably live in either place for only a limited time.
Any clarification/advice is greatly appreciated on any of my points.
