Duke vs UChicago?

Hi,

I’m currently in school in England, I was lucky enough to get into Duke and UChicago, and am really struggling to choose between the two. I am hoping to go to Med School - an MD/PhD would be an aspiration of mine.I Outside that I’m very musical, and I have played the violin since I was four, and am currently in one of the best choirs (in my humble opinion) in England right now. I’m not a huge partier, and don’t really understand the American drinking culture, especially around frats, but I can have a good time.

If anyone who went to / is at either school could help give me some insight, it would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

Have you visited both campuses? Are you into sports at all?

Based on your brief overview I would say Chicago fits your profile better. But Duke is just as good and better weather

I have visited both - I find it very hard to directly compare the two since they’re two completely different settings. (City vs Rural-ish) I did love the Duke gardens. I’m sorta into sports - not tied to any particular team, but if my friends are watching a game I’ll usually join them.

I’m just sorta worried about the PreMed Track at Uchicago…i’ve heard its brutal and GPAs plummet…

Chicago’s grade deflation would really concern me. Duke is also known as a “pre-med” school. Chicago’s reputation is stronger in the physical and social sciences.

There is also something to be said about the great weather in Durham!