MSU CHM vs UVM Larner

[KEDK]

Hi guys,

I'm very grateful to be able to choose between two schools that I really like.

UVM Larner -

Good match list. I like the curriculum. Lots of research opportunities. P/F.

Expensive tuition, expensive living in Burlington.

Michigan State -

Seems super supportive and friendly - good vibes all around. Research and community health focus, both of which I value. P/F I think? Cheap cost of living.

Curriculum is a bit strange (chief complaint system instead of organ blocks) - some people seem to love it, some hate it. Not as strong of a match list as UVM.

Do any current students or anyone planning to attend either of these schools have additional factors I should consider or personal experiences with the schools to share?

Thanks!

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[Iron Man23]

Def find out if Michigan is PF. How much less would Michigan state be?

 

[KEDK]

Def find out if Michigan is PF. How much less would Michigan state be?

I confirmed that Michigan is P/F. The curriculum seems relatively low-stress for med school since they use NBME "formative" exams, where you need to score 20% in the first semester, 30% in the second semester, etc. They view it as a cumulative process to learning all of the material for Step 1, which sounds amazing.

Tuition-wise, there's not an insurmountable difference between the schools, but Vermont's cost of living and childcare are much higher, meaning I'd also need to take out living loans. In Michigan, my spouse's salary would be able to cover everything except tuition.

I think I'm leaning toward MSU...

 

[Iron Man23]

I confirmed that Michigan is P/F. The curriculum seems relatively low-stress for med school since they use NBME "formative" exams, where you need to score 20% in the first semester, 30% in the second semester, etc. They view it as a cumulative process to learning all of the material for Step 1, which sounds amazing.

Tuition-wise, there's not an insurmountable difference between the schools, but Vermont's cost of living and childcare are much higher, meaning I'd also need to take out living loans. In Michigan, my spouse's salary would be able to cover everything except tuition.

I think I'm leaning toward MSU...

Yea that all sounds good. I think MSU would be the best fit for you.