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If you're lucky enough to have been accepted to more than one medical school, you'll have a choice to make. This page will help you weigh your options as it walks you through the steps involved in how to choose a medical school.
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Introduction
- Medical school admissions is highly competitive. If you applied to a broad variety of schools, in an attempt to increase the odds that you would get into one, you may be pleasantly surprised to be accepted to several. While you may just be tempted to enroll in the most prestigious school that accepted you, there are other factors that should be considered.
Step 1: Look at the Programs
- Although all medical schools cover the basics, some are known for expertise in particular areas. If you know, for example, that you are looking to specialize in neurosurgery, and you've been accepted to a program that is known to be strong in that field, you may want to weigh that in your decision.
- What is the teaching style of the school? Some provide opportunities for hands on patient care early on; others delay any clinical work until year three.
- Certain medical schools provide more opportunities for research. If you're interested in a career in academics or research, these may be more appropriate for you than schools that emphasize patient care.
Step 2: Consider the Cost
- Tuition and available financial aid varies by institution. If your resources are limited, this may be a consideration. Some medical specialties are more lucrative than others; if you'd like the flexibility of selecting family practice in a rural area for example, you may wish to keep the amount of loans you need to take out to a minimum.
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