Johns Hopkins BME vs Princeton

College Search & Selection
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<p>Hello everyone. I had a pretty strong plan of action for post acceptances and rejections before the decisions came out, but this plan was thrown off by a few surprise acceptances. I've narrowed it down quite a bit, and I believe I am between Johns Hopkins Biomedical Engineering and Princeton University.</p>

<p>My plan for college is to major in some type of engineering (either biomedical, mechanical, or engineering science) and to fulfill the requirements for the pre-med track as well. Therefore, when it comes time to apply to grad school, I can choose between engineering and medicine, a choice I am not currently ready to make. No matter what my major, I would also like to take classes in biology.</p>

<p>I've tried to research both universities and come to a definite conclusion, but so far I have been unsuccessful. I am leaning towards Princeton, but that is mostly due to the prestige associated with its name. If you can provide any insight on the subject, whether in stats, personal experience, or understanding, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.</p>

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<p>go to Hopkins if you are 100% sure on BME. Otherwise, I would advise Princeton.</p>

<p>But honestly, at this level, it is all about fit. Visit and check out the classes at each. They are both elite.</p>

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<p>Right, I agree that Johns Hopkins is my choice if I decide on BME as a definite major choice. However, another reason to go to Hopkins in the medical school…it is one the top medical schools in the country, and from what I have heard, going to Johns Hopkins (ESPECIALLY the BME program) can provide a boost for admissions. However, I don’t think Princeton is a slouch in terms of getting people into graduate schools…what is your take on this?</p>

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<p>what you said.</p>

<p>in other words - you really can’t go wrong with princeton, especially given their undergraduate emphasis, which can’t be said about johns hopkins.</p>