For Those Interested In Medicine or Health Science

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<p>So, I know that Cal and UCLA are ranked the top public universities, but what if you are an undergrad who is trying to get a jump start in medicine or a health science field? Which UC do you think would be more beneficial to choose, assuming you have the option?</p>

<p>Although Cal is ranked #1, it seems like Berkeley (the city) doesn't have very many opportunities to get involved in volunteer work, undergrad research, or entry-level employment positions in the health sciences. However, UCLA and the surrounding city appear to offer many more of these opportunities. For example, I had an interview with UCLA Medical to work as a lab technician in their clinical microbiology laboratory and I have no degree (AS or BS), only two years of CC courses, and a relatively modest resume. I just don't see myself or anyone with limited education and experience having this kind of opportunity living in Berkeley or at Cal. Hell, even UCI and the Orange County area seem like there more options for aspiring health professionals. </p>

<p>Also, since UC funding is WAY down, I think it would be a good idea to get situated in a city where there are more opportunities to build your resume and gain experience outside of the academic arena. I wouldn't count on UC having the resources to fund your undergrad research program, let alone pay you for doing it.</p>

<p>I guess Cal rubs me as being a top-notch research institution, which I don't think there is any arguing that it is not. Had I wanted to be a research scientist or a teacher, I would definitely choose Cal. However, it just doesn't appeal to me as the best choice for someone interested in medicine or health science.</p>

<p>Well, that is my opinion on the matter... what's yours?</p>

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<p>“Although Cal is ranked #1, it seems like Berkeley (the city) doesn’t have very many opportunities to get involved in volunteer work, undergrad research, or entry-level employment positions in the health sciences.”</p>

<p>Cal usually has programs that are in joint w/ UCSF. Plus, the children’s hospital is just a couple miles away. And a bunch of other hospitals are near berkeley, You need to dig a little. There are a lot of opportunities in the Bay Area that a lot of people fail to realize.</p>

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<p>wrong.</p>

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<p>hahaha so blunt</p>

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<p>Thanks for the info edbraga. I’m from SoCal, so it’s harder for me to find the opportunies/options that are available to Cal students. I’ve been to Berkeley a handful of times, but it looks like everything (hospitals, med centers, and such) is either in SF or Oakland; not necessarily the short walk down the street as it is for UCLA students.</p>

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<p>wrong.</p>

<p>(less wrong than last time but still wrong)</p>

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<p>@anonymousername</p>

<p>Informative type aren’tcha ;=/</p>