Temple vs. Cooper

[valkarye23]

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Temple University School of Medicine​

Pros
-- Pass/Fail preclinical curriculum (less stress, more flexibility early on)
-- Non-mandatory lectures (ability to create own schedule)
-- Larger class size (more social diversity, easier to find a friend group)
-- Located in Philadelphia (access to multiple hospitals, opportunities, and things to do)
-- Potentially more research opportunities through larger academic system
-- More extracurricular options


Cons
-- Larger class may feel less personal
-- Requires more self-discipline due to flexibility
-- Less built-in structure
-- Social environment still uncertain

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Rowan University Cooper Medical School​

Pros
-- Smaller class size (more tight-knit community)
-- Strong clinical training and early patient exposure
-- Structured curriculum (helpful for staying on track)
-- Established connections/friends already attending
-- Service-oriented focus


Cons
-- Honors/Pass/Fail grading (more pressure and competition preclinical)
-- Mandatory sessions (including early mornings)
-- Potentially fewer research opportunities compared to larger institutions
-- Less flexibility in schedule
-- Service requirements may take time away from other interests

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Summary: I am interested in internal medicine residencies because I want to specialize further, and Temple’s Pass/Fail curriculum, flexibility, and research access may better support building a strong residency application, while Cooper offers a more structured and clinically focused environment.

 

[chilly_md]

Temple, P/F, non-mandatory lectures more research. If you are sub-specializing in IM, either will get you to an academic IM residency.

 

[Strattera]

Temple