<p>I am down to my top two schools: UNC and Northeastern University. Obviously UNC is cheaper by far than Northeastern (only got 18K a year from them) but if money is taken out of the equation, which school would be better for pre-med studies? Northeastern has the co-op program and is in Boston with some of the best hospitals in the world but UNC has a stronger academic reputation. It's also private vs public. I'm having a really tough choice between the two schools.
Side note: I got into the Honor program at Northeastern but not at UNC.</p>
<p>Pre-meds cannot ignore the money question. Medical school is expensive, so saving money and avoiding debt before going to medical school is a good idea.</p>
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<p>No contest, UNC. Money HAS to be taken into account when doing pre-med studies. </p>
<p>Both colleges will have rigorous pre-med studies. UNC hospital is certainly excellent for any medical training. Boston may have more hospitals, but there are more colleges and students to train, and as an undergraduate your medical experience would be basic. I don’t see this as a distinguishing factor.
I don’t believe the honors label is an advantage compared to overall performance. It is only an advantage if it enables you to do better in any way, but no honors program is a substitute for hard work and good grades. Most colleges do not offer many honors classes in most of the general pre-med prerequisite classes. According to the NE website, there are no honors classes in bio, chem, and other prerequsites. You will be taking the general classes regardless, and should expect them to be difficult.
If finances are a concern, then this is the biggest and most crucial factor. If you are in-state, then this is quite significant. Also consider the cost of travel if you are in-state, as well as the higher cost of living in Boston. If you live off campus, rent, utilities, heat, is likely to be higher.
Cost wise, UNC is going to be a top notch education at the best value. Over four years you will be spending approximately $140K + more to attend NE. That could pay for your entire medical school education in NC and more. Some of this money could be used to enhance your undergrad experience with study abroad and other internships. </p>
<p>TOTALLY agree with responses. UNC is an awesome school that will prepare you well for med school. Congratulations and good luck!</p>
<p>I would join the chorus of UNC supporters here. The fact that it is less money is a bonus especially with med school down the line. UNC is the better school and you will have plenty of chances to co internships over the summer and winter breaks.</p>
<p>No brainer here…UNC</p>
<p>UNC is better than most private universities and this is no exception. Northeastern is a decent school, but not in the same league as UNC. The fact that you would also save a ton of money by choosing UNC nails this one down. Better education at a lower cost. What more could you ask for?</p>
<p>Got to agree. You can’t take money out of the equation. And with the public vs. private question - it’s not like your’re talking NorthEastern vs. some podunk State U. This is UNC. Nationally recognized for excellence (and value!), and in an area where there are lots of research hospitals and medical schools. People travel great distances to be treated at Duke and UNC hospitals. The triangle is a great place for medical studies. And if school spirit and sports matter, UNC would definitely win. If you haven’t experienced March Madness in NC, just wait…</p>
<p>Wish I had your “problem.” UNC hands down… in state for UNC, what a bargain.</p>
<p>If money were equal, I would go with Northeastern. But, as everyone else said, if UNC is significantly cheaper, I would attend UNC. Even though its a state school, UNC isn’t that bad.</p>
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I’m a Duke fan, but even I give UNC more respect than that. </p>
<p>Welcome to the world of misinformative InigoMontoya. </p>
<p>haha…guess “informative” isn’t very informed after all.<br>
I would def. say UNC…and this coming from an NCSU Mom.</p>