Students from the Class of 2001 chose the following criteria as their top 5 reasons for selecting a particular school.

• General reputation of school
• Geographic location
• Teaching methods of school
• School’s curriculum
• 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:
 
 

• Are there any special programs of distinction at this school?
• How different are the preclinical and clinical years?
• Are there opportunities for individual research projects for students?
• Is there a note-taking service for lecture classes?
• How many electives will the curriculum allow me to take?
• How do the students perform on the National Board Exams?
• How are academic and clinical evaluations performed?
• What kind of career counseling is available?
• What type of clinical sites are available for clerkships?
• 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