Which would you prefer?

[tompharm]

I'm having a hard time choosing between two pharmacy schools and I want to make a final decision by the end of this week.

I don't really have any concerns over the price of the schools because I did a lot of research and calculations. I figured even though the tuition would be lower for one school the overall cost of living/transportation in my current situation would practically make the overall cost of attending both schools even.

So now I'm just trying to figure out if I want to attend a school that is located on campus at a university or a satellite campus. Each one has its pros and cons.

Satellite- Pros- Better reputation, mandatory attendance is only 3 days a week.
Cons- I REALLY don't like the location as far as the community, commuting to school, mostly online classes, restrictions as far as not being a main campus. School is more competitive to get into so there might be a lot of curve killers in my class :/

University- Pros- everything associated with living on campus: i.e. no commute, on campus dining, libraries, and gyms, Also, going to a university actually gives me a chance to go to office hours to speak with a professor rather then by email. And, I REALLY like the area.

Cons- not as good as a reputation. There is a mandatory attendance policy for 5 days a week and I don't know if I can handle that for another four years but I figure it won't be as bad if I live on campus anyway.



....Anyway what do you guys think I am leaning towards the univeristy because I like the area better and thats where I will be spending the next four years of my life. However, I hope I am not selling myself short by not going to the school that has a better reputation.

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[mrblah]

what is the name of the schools you plan on applying to?

 

[inquirer89]

A satellite campus has more reputation than the main campus?

I'd choose the main campus. I hate online courses...being in class and able to talk with the professors would be a big benefit for me.

 

[tompharm]

Satellite Campus School= University of Florida

Main Campus School= Nova Southeastern University

Yes UF has a better reputation based on the fact that the school is more competitve admissions wise and is also one of the best ranked pharm schools out there. However, I wasnt very impressed being that it was a satellite campus.

I've also been told by numerous pharmacists that it doesn't matter where you get a degree, just as long as you do have one.

 

[pharmacology888]

Satellite Campus School= University of Florida

Main Campus School= Nova Southeastern University

Yes UF has a better reputation based on the fact that the school is more competitve admissions wise and is also one of the best ranked pharm schools out there. However, I wasnt very impressed being that it was a satellite campus.

I've also been told by numerous pharmacists that it doesn't matter where you get a degree, just as long as you do have one.

It really doesn't matter where you get your degree from as long as you pass the boards. From your post, I have a feeling that you would be happier at the main campus. Also, which school do you think will enable to to become a better pharmacist? I understand that UF has a good pharmacy program, but from your post, I sense that you are not confident with the distance learning program (I have the same reservations regarding satellite programs so I understand your concerns). My suggestion would be to go to the school that would be more suited for your style of learning.

 

[bacillus1]

Go to the main campus!!!

College isn't just about a degree. You'll be happier at a big main campus because there will be student life and activities.