Poll for 2024 applicants: Geography and school choices

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Have you chosen or removed a program because of local or state laws regarding equity or access?

  • Yes, I have added a program/school because of local/state laws.

    Votes: 4 9.8%

  • Yes, I have removed a program/school because of local/state laws.

    Votes: 18 43.9%

  • No, I have included a program/school because of their advocacy for equity/access.

    Votes: 3 7.3%

  • No, I made my list regardless of what is happening with local/state laws regarding equity/access.

    Votes: 21 51.2%
  • Total voters
    41
  • Poll closed .
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With so much legislative action taking place at the state level that affects healthcare access for women or the LGBTQ+ community or affects diversity/inclusion in higher education or business, a few journalism outlets are remarking on how this has affected students' choice for attending undergraduate programs or possibly residency programs. For those of you who are applying for 2024 entry:
 
I am not applying to anywhere in my own state, putting me at a distinct disadvantage. However, as a trans man with a trans fiance, I can't risk my own healthcare or that of my fiance by being stuck in Florida for at least four more years. 🫠
 
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