<p>Grade curve at Cornell for science is a killer. But if you’re at or near the top, you’ll have a chance to do some cutting edge research in biology that will likely get you into a top medical school. Brown has an excellent overall placement record for medical school (among the best, I’ve heard), but I don’t think their pre-meds have as many issues with the grading curve, thanks to the flexible curriculum.</p>
<p>Either way, I think you’ll do fine at either place. Just pick the overall environment that seems best suited for your tastes, after a visit of course.</p>