Wisconsin or Ohio State?

anon94785555
Fri, 19 Jan 2018 18:44:24 +0000

re UW honors. Son only did honors in the major. Eons ago I did the comprehensive major. This means I chose to meet honors course requirements in all areas, not just my major. I also elected to get a BA in chemistry because I liked the white tassel better than the yellow and met requirements for both (no difference in major requirements for BA versus BS for UW). UW only offers comprehensive majors and no minors. BS/BA choice irrelevant for a first job/grad/prof schools.

OP- Think first about costs! All of the schools you mention are top tier and work great for any medical school. The college preparation for medical is simple and ANY college, even that average one you did not apply to, will do. You can major in anything you want to- all nonsciences included. You need some basic chemistry, biology, math skills. You do not need any anatomy, medical terminology, etc. classes. You will be taught the medical school basic sciences there. Medical school biochemistry and pharmacology uses that basic chemistry knowledge required. It does not require a chemistry or biochemistry degree. Likewise other sciences.

Many premed students major in a biologically related science because they actively like it. Plus many of their required courses for their major also suffice for medical school applications. Others choose a different passion to indulge in their quest for knowledge in a different field. Undergrad years are the last chance they will get to spend time with this. btw- I highly recommend taking some arts classes such as art history and symphony classes offered at UW for your own enrichment.

You, and all others, are so much more than a major or profession.

It will require the same top grades and work at any school you attend. Some students find they can do better at lower tier schools and get top tier MCAT scores. Some can do well at top tier schools and the MCAT. Choose the school for the best fit education, not chances on getting into a medical school. You will do your best where you are happiest. Look at the campus and campus atmosphere- that is what matters.