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<li>It’s not even a question that WashU has one if not the strongest pre-med programs in the nation and they offer so many resources for those in that field, more than Vanderbilt. Also, WashU has free courses to prepare for the MCAT which is absolutely huge! Courses and materials cost more than preparing for the SAT or ACT. I would choose WashU if you really want the pre-med edge. Also, I think that WashU gets a bad rep for the social scene which it shouldn’t at all (as in everyone there is a nerd-false!). There are so many groups and concerts like WILD and the transition and counseling is there for you. They also focus a bit more on undergrads than vandy does. Students at WashU aren’t chosen just for academics but because each person is interesting, plus they have the best dorms and food hands down of any campus in the nation. Also, while people say that Vandy is actually accepting… people just end up conforming. You get used to the ‘vandy elite’ feel of the campus and there is definitely a pressure to look good on campus and you won’t feel comfortable going to class in cozy clothes. In my interview for vandy the lady was also from the midwest and said that for sorority formals girls would have their relatives come to the house and help them “get ready.” Although the food is good at vandy, you won’t see people eating much at all, again pressure to look good. It just depends if you want the high pressure lifestyle on top of academics or a more chill atmosphere with plenty of social opportunities.</li>
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