<p>Maybe if you are in Texas, Rice has a better reputation for pre-med, but not where I am. If you like Vanderbilt and you have the C.V. scholarship, do yourself a really big favor and go to Vanderbilt. You will need the money for medical school. Geez, I know a lot of doctors–radiologists, neurologists, etc–who are sending their own kids to Big State U for undergrad. in order to save tuition money for medical school.</p>
<p>Vanderbilt medical center is in the news constantly. There are a lot of opportunities for Vanderbilt students. My son’s gf has been involved there since her arrival on campus as a transfer student.</p>