<p>The statistics show otherwise. Everything else being equal, the reputation of the school may become a factor. It could probably come from a favorable impression from the interviewer (if he/she happens to be particularly impressed by the undergrad school the applicant is coming from, etc. That’s the personal touch of the application) However, I regret to tell you that the analysis is very numeric based for the most part. That’s exactly the reason why there is a separate Science GPA calculated and a formula, like the Academic Index, which was also developed to be used by ALL med school adm committees. </p>
<p>A lower GPA at Chicago, is not considered as a higher GPA elsewhere for med school admissions purposes. It may not be fair, but that is just the way it is. The admission process does not allow for such a degree of subjectivity.</p>