University of Cincinnati BS/MD vs. Case Western Reserve University BS/MD

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Hello everyone,

These are the two programs I am choosing between. I was also admitted to UPenn's Vagelos MLS Program, but have pretty much ruled that out (feel free to comment on whether that's a reasonable decision).

A few details:

Full ride (lodging/books/etc.) at Cincinnati.
Need to take MCAT at Cincinnati, will likely lead to applications for med school scholarships and applying out to other medical schools.

30k scholarship at Case (trying to see if I can get more, as some others in the past have).
Do not need to take MCAT, but if I choose to for any reason (med school scholarships, applying out, etc.) I need at least a 36 on the old scale (95th percentile, I think) to keep my seat in the medical school.

Any help in making a decision?
 
I think Case is the better choice here unless cost is a huge factor- you get a quality undergraduate and medical school (where you would feel no pressure to apply out). It seems like if you go with Cincinnati, you will be looking to apply out which somewhat defeats the purpose of a guaranteed spot as the qualifications you would need to surpass Cincinnati's med school could be a source of stress.
 
If Case has guaranteed you a spot at the medical school, then I would definitely do that
 
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