Thread for BS/MD BS/DO 2021-2022

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Hi everyone! I’d love your insight in choosing!! Please comment on this thread:

Help me choose: bs/md ($30k ug) vs. full-ride+

Hello! I need help choosing as to what college to go to, I’d love your insights. I’m an ORM (asian), male, and looking to specialize in Obstetrics & Gynecology. University of Cincinnati 8-year BS/MD Connections Program a. Cost: UG $30k/yr (could potentially graduate within 3 years and then work/MPH for a year), MD costs as we know, are astronomical - however, compared to most medical schools, Cincinnati in-state is rather okay b. Pros: GUARANTEED MEDICAL SCHOOL (mcat cutoff: 507, gpa cutoff: 3.5, can apply out), diversity, BS/MD places emphasis on humanistic side of medicine (my interest), special advisors given to BS/MD students, MCAT course from UCCoM at discounted rate to prepare for cutoff. c. Cons: money. University of Louisville - Brown Fellows a. Cost: full ride+ (tuition, fees, room & board), there’s tons of perks - 2 $5,000 stipends, trip to France, 2-week leadership training, supportive network (and alumni) for Fellows specifically, dedicated advisor, 8 trips aroun…