pattycake2904
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Hi there, I was hoping to get some advice on choosing MSUCOM vs CMED. I already accepted the offer from MSUCOM many months ago and have been on the waitlist at CMU for a few months. This being said, I received an email from CMED this morning regarding an acceptance and a partial scholarship. I’m not really sure which to choose now and was hoping to get some advice on this!
MSUCOM:
Pros:
-Well-established program with students that match into competitive specialties each year
-I’ve already been connected with someone here regarding research and joining their lab in the Fall semester
Cons:
-DO program (seems to be a con depending on who I ask)
-Would be more expensive than CMED tuition wise by ~40-50k total
CMED:
Pros:
-MD Program
-Grew up in Mount Pleasant so I’m comfortable with the area and would be able to save a ton of money by living at home. My support structure would also be extremely close here.
-10k/year scholarship offered
-Newer facilities
Cons:
-Newer program so I’m curious if that could affect the ability to make connexions/less notoriety
-I’ve heard from students here that it can be difficult to get research opportunities
-Would have to drive an hour to Saginaw campus for SIM labs
I know things can change once you start school, but right now my top two interests are anesthesia and pediatrics, and I’m not sure if this should affect my decision or not. I’m open to any advice on this!!
MSUCOM:
Pros:
-Well-established program with students that match into competitive specialties each year
-I’ve already been connected with someone here regarding research and joining their lab in the Fall semester
Cons:
-DO program (seems to be a con depending on who I ask)
-Would be more expensive than CMED tuition wise by ~40-50k total
CMED:
Pros:
-MD Program
-Grew up in Mount Pleasant so I’m comfortable with the area and would be able to save a ton of money by living at home. My support structure would also be extremely close here.
-10k/year scholarship offered
-Newer facilities
Cons:
-Newer program so I’m curious if that could affect the ability to make connexions/less notoriety
-I’ve heard from students here that it can be difficult to get research opportunities
-Would have to drive an hour to Saginaw campus for SIM labs
I know things can change once you start school, but right now my top two interests are anesthesia and pediatrics, and I’m not sure if this should affect my decision or not. I’m open to any advice on this!!
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