TCOM vs MSU COM

[DallasPreMed]

It's finally that time and I am pulling my hair out trying to make this massive life decision. I have received an acceptance into TCOM and MSU, and I would like to hear any input y'all may have on the two schools. My biggest hesitation is that I haven't seen MSU since they don't interview, so I have no idea what to think about MSU regarding the "environment" and "feeling" aspect, whereas I do for TCOM. I am going to do the Navy HPSP, so tuition at this point is irrelevant for me.

Here is what I know so far. Michigan State COM has a great reputation according to certain rankings. Both TCOM and MSUCOM are old, and therefore, are well-established in terms of rotations etc. I am from Texas and I love the Fort Worth area. I have never been to East Lansing, so I don't know what to expect as far as the city goes. I know the DFW metroplex is a hub for terrific medicine, so rotations in 3rd/4th year will take place in a great learning environment. I don't know what 3rd/4th year rotations would be like at MSUCOM. The students at TCOM were so friendly, down-to-earth, and focused on collaborative learning. Again, because I didn't interview at MSU, I don't know what the student environment is like.

Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated.

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[DoctorKrieger]

I have zero experience with MSU-COM. That said, since you're from Texas, I would not choose this time to be so far removed from family and friends. These are two well-respected schools, so you really can't go wrong. You're in a positition many would be jealous of.

 

[VisualEvolution]

Just an FYI, MSUCOM has an 80k a year out of state tuition. TCOM is what, 15k? Money shouldn't be an object but keep in mind the difference, although I think scholarships are available for OOS matriculates at MSUCOM. When you're accepted to MSUCOM, you have a tour date that you can schedule. Check out the school and see if you like it enough to stomach the tuition.

 

[Escape_Goat]

Stick with what you know. Go to TCOM. I wouldn't take a gamble in which you could wind up being miserable if it turns out you didn't like living in Michigan. You know what's good about TCOM. Go there.

 

[Isha2018]

TCOM is the financially better choice for non-military folks. Since you have the Navy HPSP, your options are wide-open. I always recommend praying when a big decision needs to be made. In the event you do not choose TCOM, I want your spot.

 

[cliquesh]

Tcom.

It doesn't really matter where you go since you'll likely be doing a military residency.

 

[darklabel]

I would pick TCOM.

 

[Elevencents]

Can't go wrong with either. Strong clinical years for both, so go with what area you are more comfortable with.

 

[3bamboo]

You are in a unique situation being a tx resident. Tuition will be so cheap are you sure you want to do hpsp?

If i were you i would just take out loans and see how you feel in 4 years. Do the residency of your choice and then if you still want to do millitary they have like 200,000 loan repayment i believe. It will be easier on you since you won't have to travel every summer for training, and your not locked into anything. Just my rant
Definitely go tcom tho!