Loyola SSOM vs MSU CHM(GR Campus)

[Mr. D]

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What do you guys think is my best choice?
I am not interested in primary care,
I am from a large city in Socal
Tuition is relatively the same between both( ~$58,000 )

MSU CHM (Grand Rapids Campus)
Pros

• Already now lots of people, including MS1 and MS2 's
• Will live with an MS2 - very affordable rent and close to campus
• Newer facility in Grand Rapids ( accepted to this campus)
• New curriculum seems "stress free" and "relaxed" according to current students (more time to study boards?)
• Minimal Lectures/ less class exams/ step1 type questions throughout / independent studying all positive for me

Cons

• New curriculum, may be a problem in the long run
• Primary-focused school, Larger Family Medicine matches vs loyola
• Preclinical "Medical Assistant" experience- seems unnecessary

Loyola SSOM
Pros

• Close to chicago- Very similar to where I grew up
• Higher ranking- does it matter?
• More research opportunities
• Stronger Specialty match- (overall less primary care than msu)
• Much better interview- loved the vibe here. Can definitely see myself working with the students
• Would love to do residency in Chicago
• More Clinical Opportunities

Cons

• Traditional Curriculum- Lectures
• No friends/students/ppl that I know ( not that important but still taken into consideration )
• Higher cost of living
• Older Facilities

 

[Mr. D]

bump

 

[watermelon master]

Looking at your interests and future goals I have no idea why you're considering MSUCHM. Sounds like you would like Loyola better. Get out of your shell, it doesn't matter that you don't know anybody at Loyola, you'll make friends and get to know people there too.

 

[Bryant088]

Loyola