Mount Holyoke or Bryn Mawr?

pntbttr
Fri, 25 Nov 2016 19:32:59 +0000

I applied to both and chose MHC. One of my best friends is at BMC. One thing to note is that MHC gives larger scholarships – I got the max merit aid at both schools and MoHo was way more affordable. If you’re thinking pre med remember that keeping your undergrad affordable is v v important. Both have good programs – I know more about MHC obviously, and we definitely have a good reputation for med school. We also have a reputation for being very collaborative and supportive which was important to me as a girl pursuing STEM. In terms of social activism, it definitely is an important part of both schools (and the Anti trump protests described above happened at both). Tbh I think that manifests more in a sense of respect for all students than any mandatory/militant social justice vibe.

So definitely apply to both! One thing that might be helpful is emailing professors in the department you’re interested in. Maybe try a bio prof whose research looks cool, plus the pre med advisor, and ask questions or ask to be put in touch with a pre med student. One reason I chose MHC was the great response I got from professors and students I reached out to.