I have currently been accepted to both Long SOM and McGovern and am having trouble deciding between the two schools.
Long SOM:
I have been offered a full-ride here, so I would be able to graduate without debt. I really enjoyed my interview here, but I've never been to San Antonio nor do I know anyone in the city.
McGovern:
I've been living in Houston for the past four years and developed a support system here. I also know the city and I know some of the people I will be attending medical school with. Also, proximity to the TMC is a huge benefit.
In the end, I guess my decision boils down to whether the advantage of a support system and knowing some of my classmates outweigh the debt I would accrue from attending McGovern. Or whether the clinical sites at McGovern would be superior enough to justify paying to attend. Any perspectives on going to medical school away from a location you know or from experiences at either school would be helpful. Thanks in advance!
Long SOM:
I have been offered a full-ride here, so I would be able to graduate without debt. I really enjoyed my interview here, but I've never been to San Antonio nor do I know anyone in the city.
McGovern:
I've been living in Houston for the past four years and developed a support system here. I also know the city and I know some of the people I will be attending medical school with. Also, proximity to the TMC is a huge benefit.
In the end, I guess my decision boils down to whether the advantage of a support system and knowing some of my classmates outweigh the debt I would accrue from attending McGovern. Or whether the clinical sites at McGovern would be superior enough to justify paying to attend. Any perspectives on going to medical school away from a location you know or from experiences at either school would be helpful. Thanks in advance!
