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Although I am leaning towards VTC, I can't help but think that I may be overlooking something and I would like to be completely sure before I make a decision! I have offers from RFU and Virginia Tech Carilion, and a wait-list spot at SUNY Downstate and Oakland University. So far, my favorite is Downstate, but since that option isn't on the table right now, I'm trying to determine what is the best choice for me between the others. Medical education likely to be financed through savings/loans.
RFU
Pros
+Great match lists
+Rotations in Chicago provide a lot of great clinical experience
+"Closer" to home.
+More opportunities for SO in Chicago
Cons
-Seems a little bit competitive? Not sure if this is true though..
-Was not particularly impressed by my interview experience
-Seems like not very many research experiences/support from the administration.
-Solid and Straightforward MD Education
VTC
Pros
+Affiliated hospitals seem like a great place for clinical rotations
+Opportunity to do Research at Virginia Tech
+P/F
+I think that this could be an opportunity to have a very intriguing medical education
+Small class size
Cons
-Mostly Rural
-Match list, from what I could see, not a single CA match (being from CA, would of course like an option of coming back)
-Small class size (I know this is a pro and a con! But I could see how it could be a little bit claustrophobic - i.e. professors/classmates notice you're not in class)
-Diversity seems to be a little lacking.
COA-wise, I think that VTC will likely be the cheaper choice, but I am not viewing that as the factor right now since I don't believe that VTC will be significantly cheaper.
Thanks!
RFU
Pros
+Great match lists
+Rotations in Chicago provide a lot of great clinical experience
+"Closer" to home.
+More opportunities for SO in Chicago
Cons
-Seems a little bit competitive? Not sure if this is true though..
-Was not particularly impressed by my interview experience
-Seems like not very many research experiences/support from the administration.
-Solid and Straightforward MD Education
VTC
Pros
+Affiliated hospitals seem like a great place for clinical rotations
+Opportunity to do Research at Virginia Tech
+P/F
+I think that this could be an opportunity to have a very intriguing medical education
+Small class size
Cons
-Mostly Rural
-Match list, from what I could see, not a single CA match (being from CA, would of course like an option of coming back)
-Small class size (I know this is a pro and a con! But I could see how it could be a little bit claustrophobic - i.e. professors/classmates notice you're not in class)
-Diversity seems to be a little lacking.
COA-wise, I think that VTC will likely be the cheaper choice, but I am not viewing that as the factor right now since I don't believe that VTC will be significantly cheaper.
Thanks!
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