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Hi! Looking for some advice in choosing between USC Keck and Arizona (Tucson). My pros and cons below:
USC:
Pros:
Cons:
Arizona (Tucson):
Pros:
Cons:
Overall, I would definitely prefer USC if it wasn't for the cost. Is USC worth the extra 100K (before interest) over 4 years? Any input would be appreciated!!
USC:
Pros:
- Higher ranked (though I know I shouldn't trust in uswnr much)
- Better fit based on interview day
- Great research opportunities and clinical experiences
- LA is a big city with lots to do
- Close to a support system: grandparents, aunt, best friend all live ~30 mins away (or longer with traffic)
- Major airport: potential long distance relationship so that would make things easier
Cons:
- ~25K more expensive for tuition
- Higher cost of living
- Safety of area surrounding campus? Not really sure if this is a concern or not
Arizona (Tucson):
Pros:
- ~25K cheaper tuition
- Lower cost of living
- Close to a support system: parents live in Phoenix 2hr away- though there is a possibility one or both will be moving out of state for work
Cons:
- Lower ranked school
- Less impressive clinical facilities in general
- Didn't feel a good fit at my interview day
- Tucson: it's a big city but definitely not as much to do as in LA
- Far away (2hr) from major airport in Phoenix
Overall, I would definitely prefer USC if it wasn't for the cost. Is USC worth the extra 100K (before interest) over 4 years? Any input would be appreciated!!