This is tough, but if money really isn’t an issue, go to Auburn.
- You want to go there.
- In theory, it should be easier for you to have a high GPA, and if you do go to med school, high GPA is VERY important.
- You might want engineering, which UNC doesn’t offer.
- You are more likely to be a big fish at Auburn, and being a big fish is great if you want to have opportunities with professors and research, etc…
In terms of convincing your mom, #2 and #4 might be your best bet. Seriously, med school is all about GPA and the MCAT. Having opportunities to do research might also be really helpful, and if you’re at the top, you should be more competitive for those opportunities. Good luck.