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hey everyone, I know this is last minute and I'm typing this on my phone (so it won't be some sprawling post), but I'm still stuck between these two schools. Any input would be greatly appreciated guys!
Pitt:
Pros:
- fantastic school with a great hospital system (in case I decide to change my mind)
-I went here for undergrad and have lived here the last six years so my support system is in Pittsburgh
-Must do research, but the school funds a lot of your ventures in the summer (great federal funding)
-I know what to expect in terms of the city and school
-they only give you one core science class at a time per their curriculum
-students I spoke to seemed so sure in their choice. They were confident in this schools ability to help them succeed and happy.
Cons:
-cost is about $15,000 more a year than Cincinnati (being in-state doesn't do much)
-not super fond of Most types of research, but I guess that just means I stick with clinical research
-am wondering if it's time for a new city (though a majority of Pitt's students are oos)
Cinci:
Pros:
-tuition costs less in the long run
-has a great peds program and a wonderful children's hospital (leaning towards peds)
-dr. Davis is my idol (though she did attend Pitt med)
-new city
-beautiful campus with new facilities
-students seemed genuinely happy and Cincinnati seems to really put a lot into caring for their students
Cons:
-leaving my support system
-new city, but it's essentially the Pittsburgh of Ohio (please don't yell at me for that haha)
-stagger science courses (which is normal) but then they have tests every Monday
Both cities are affordable and I felt like I meshed more with the potential Pitt students but I may just be biased. I keep flip-flopping and I'm so lost. If anyone has a new perspective on either school, I would love to hear it!
Pitt:
Pros:
- fantastic school with a great hospital system (in case I decide to change my mind)
-I went here for undergrad and have lived here the last six years so my support system is in Pittsburgh
-Must do research, but the school funds a lot of your ventures in the summer (great federal funding)
-I know what to expect in terms of the city and school
-they only give you one core science class at a time per their curriculum
-students I spoke to seemed so sure in their choice. They were confident in this schools ability to help them succeed and happy.
Cons:
-cost is about $15,000 more a year than Cincinnati (being in-state doesn't do much)
-not super fond of Most types of research, but I guess that just means I stick with clinical research
-am wondering if it's time for a new city (though a majority of Pitt's students are oos)
Cinci:
Pros:
-tuition costs less in the long run
-has a great peds program and a wonderful children's hospital (leaning towards peds)
-dr. Davis is my idol (though she did attend Pitt med)
-new city
-beautiful campus with new facilities
-students seemed genuinely happy and Cincinnati seems to really put a lot into caring for their students
Cons:
-leaving my support system
-new city, but it's essentially the Pittsburgh of Ohio (please don't yell at me for that haha)
-stagger science courses (which is normal) but then they have tests every Monday
Both cities are affordable and I felt like I meshed more with the potential Pitt students but I may just be biased. I keep flip-flopping and I'm so lost. If anyone has a new perspective on either school, I would love to hear it!
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