drakesfanclub
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I know this question gets asked yearly but with TMDSAS ranking deadline coming up soon, I have to make a decision on how to rank these two schools. I was fortunate enough to prematch at McGovern but not UTSW. It’s very likely that I will be pursuing a competitive speciality (leaning towards ortho) but could always change. Both schools are amazing but I just do not want to have any regrets. Overall I want to be as competitive as possible but still want to make friends in school and be happy while doing it. Any advice is appreciated!!
McGovern
Pros:
- TMC
- I love Houston way more than Dallas
- Close to family
- Collaborative environment (loved the interview day here)
- High ortho matches
Cons:
- not P/F
- Not as highly ranked as UTSW
- Traditional 2 year preclerkship
UTSW
Pros:
- highly ranked which helps for competitive specialities
- Have friends in the Dallas area
- P/F
- Only 1.5 years of preclerkship
- TONS of research opportunities
Cons:
- not as collaborative as McGovern
- Unsure about vibe from students
- In Dallas lol
McGovern
Pros:
- TMC
- I love Houston way more than Dallas
- Close to family
- Collaborative environment (loved the interview day here)
- High ortho matches
Cons:
- not P/F
- Not as highly ranked as UTSW
- Traditional 2 year preclerkship
UTSW
Pros:
- highly ranked which helps for competitive specialities
- Have friends in the Dallas area
- P/F
- Only 1.5 years of preclerkship
- TONS of research opportunities
Cons:
- not as collaborative as McGovern
- Unsure about vibe from students
- In Dallas lol