Which Medical School is better?

Speedster85
Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:26:54 +0000

First, there’s no apostrophe in Johns Hopkins.

Secondly, I agree with everyone else that you first need to get into college and then excel there (both in and outside of the classroom). You seem extremely numbers-focused, which is dangerous - numbers are only part of the game. You still need LORs, ECs (medical, leadership, community service)…and you need to figure out how to balance those with your academics. Once there, you still need to do well on the MCATs.

Now, as far as your original question, all schools listed at top-notch schools. Arguably, all US MD-granting med schools are fine - it’s all about which one fits best with your learning style and which personality you like best (yes, med schools have personalities).

Also, I personally vote against BA/MD programs. I’ve heard that it makes things a little bit harder when the time rolls around for matching. Residency directors have a skeptical eye on the young 20 yr old students coming fresh out of these programs with no real life experiences and less maturity than the average med student. No need to rush through life.