<p>Hey, I am a student who is interested in WashU (Olin School of Business–Pre-Med) and NYU (College of Art and Science–Biology Major). I am trying to compare the rigor of academics (GPA, advisor/professor relationship–Recommendation Letter, research, and other academic opportunities) of the two institutions. Frankly, after graduation, I want to work in a cosmopolitan city, like NYC, San Francisco, or LA (No offence to St. Louis). In New York, NYU has connection and prestige than WashU and other top schools in Midwest area. Plus, compare to the top schools on the coast area, it seems like WashU has not been renowned internationally yet.
Most importantly, I am worried about studying at WashU. Partially due to the school exudes higher portion of top high school graduates than NYU (Statistically, WashU is a harder school to get in than NYU, and the students have higher average SAT scores, GPA, etc), it might be harder to get an A (or A+) on pre-med courses than that of NYU. According to WashU student that I know of, it is rather difficult to get a good grade at the pre-med courses, because only small group of students can attain an A and the majority of WashU Pre-Med are hard working. I plan to pursue my career in the medical field, thus strong academic record is crucial. It will be even more helpful if you provide an unbiased comparison. I appreciate for your time and effort.</p>
<p>def washu no doubt lol</p>
<p>If you want to be a doctor, the fact that you went to NYU or WashU for undergrad most likely won’t affect where you end up working. If you have good scores and grades coming out of WashU, you should be successful in getting into a med school in a location you like.</p>
<p>honestly, your medical school will and residency will have a bigger impact on where you work than where you went for undergrad, so don’t worry about that. you’re right that WashU will probably be harder than NYU, especially in pre-med courses. My problem with want-to-be-doctors is, if you want to go into the medical profession, wouldn’t you do everything you could to try your hardest? It doesn’t matter where you go as long as you work your butt off and get good grades. don’t be so concerned with academic rigor, you can’t achieve success without putting in an equal amount of work.</p>