Students from the Class of 2001
chose the following criteria as their top 5 reasons for selecting a particular
school.
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General reputation of school
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Geographic location
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Teaching methods of school
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School’s curriculum
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Financial cost of attending
Keep in mind that the interview
represents a perfect time for you to find out about the school. Remember
to ask the following questions:
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Are there any special programs of distinction
at this school?
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How different are the preclinical and
clinical years?
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Are there opportunities for individual
research projects for students?
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Is there a note-taking service for
lecture classes?
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How many electives will the curriculum
allow me to take?
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How do the students perform on the
National Board Exams?
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How are academic and clinical evaluations
performed?
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What kind of career counseling is available?
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What type of clinical sites are available
for clerkships?
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How extensive is the library and extracurricular
facilities?
For a comprehensive list of all
the medical schools in the United States, go to:
www.aamc.org/meded/medschls/start.htm
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