<p>The quotes in cdz512’s post (#16) describe what the mission of most other combined programs is. To fulfill such mission, however, the med schools bear certain risk of letting in students that may not be as qualified as those who come in through regular admission. </p>
<p>In WashU’s program, the requirements eliminate such risk. But they frustrate what other programs consider the primary educational purpose-academic freedom for the students. WashU’s program therefore serves no real educational purpose. The only benefit that the students get is the increased chance of going to WashU med school. </p>
<p>There’s nothing right or wrong about WashU’s program. It’s better than no program after all. It’s just like a contract available to you and you are free to enter it and accept the terms.</p>