fritz1 Posted May 9, 2015 Report Share Posted May 9, 2015 Hi guys, I'm finding myself in the totally unexpected and very lucky position of sitting on offers from both UBC (regional program) and U of C. Since UofC gave me the news over two weeks ago I had become really excited to go there, but now with a new option I'm very torn. Can anyone point out some of the trickier aspects I should know about before making my choice? This is tough info to gather because everyone seems to focus on the great parts of their particular program. While I can totally appreciate the optimistic attitudes I'd like to know that I have the whole truth before diving in. Any comments would be very welcome! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MT_93 Posted May 9, 2015 Report Share Posted May 9, 2015 I think you should ask this in UBC forum as well to get the best answers... I would take a 4yr program over a 3yr program any day after speaking with friends who went to UofC, especially with BC weather...but i may be biased as I'm wait listed at UoC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzky Posted May 10, 2015 Report Share Posted May 10, 2015 I know a few doctors who recently graduated from U of C. It's a nice place but they all tell me if there's one thing they'd do differently is take a 4 year program especially if you're still young. But everyone has their own reasons for choosing different schools, so congrats on getting two offers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess24 Posted May 10, 2015 Report Share Posted May 10, 2015 can either of you elaborate why they felt 3 over 4? It would be great to understand the rationale for that (ex. social, summers off, too condensed etc.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGrisham Posted May 10, 2015 Report Share Posted May 10, 2015 I think you'll hear from both sides, 3 years works for some, while it doesnt for others. The curriculum though at UofC from what I hear (and have read) cuts out some fluff that other 4 year curriculums have - and focus on being clinically relevant. So its not compressing as much as you would think, but it definitely is compressing a little. Which at the end of the day, you only go through 1 program, so it will be the norm for you regardless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayHappy Posted May 10, 2015 Report Share Posted May 10, 2015 I've heard a lot of disdain from UBC grads about how "pointless" a lot of first/second year was. I believe it focuses heavily on basic sciences. The curriculum personally at Calgary appeals to me more, I just love the city of Vancouver too much to turn it down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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