Hi, I'm looking to become an OBGYN and I wanted to seek advice on which colleges in California I should aim for. I’m a bit overwhelmed, and could use some of your thoughts on which schools have good Pre-Med programs?
Absolutely, happy to help out.
In California, there are several universities with strong programs for pre-med students. Here are a few to consider:
1. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA): UCLA has one of the strongest pre-med programs around and is especially advantageous for students interested in research and willing to take advantage of the wide array of opportunities available. The university's close proximity to many hospitals and research institutes offers students countless internships and research opportunities.
2. University of California, Berkeley: While it doesn't offer a 'pre-med' major, it does have an exceptional integrative biology department which many pre-med students choose as their major. Clear advising and lots of opportunities for research and clinical experience make Berkeley a top choice for many aspiring medical students.
3. Stanford University: Stanford's curriculum prepares you well for the rigors of medical school. Stanford's School of Medicine is one of the best in the country and there's ample opportunity for undergraduates to get involved in medical research.
5. University of California, San Diego (UCSD): UCSD has a major in Human Biology that's popular among pre-med students. With several hospitals close to the campus, there are lots of opportunities for volunteering and shadowing, and students have access to strong science programs with state-of-the-art research facilities.
6. University of Southern California (USC): USC offers a Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Studies major, and a Human Biology major, both of which are popular among pre-med students. It also has a large teaching hospital right on campus and offers numerous volunteer and research opportunities.
Remember to focus not just on name recognition or rankings, but also on factors like financial aid, fit and feel of the school, accessibility of faculty, research opportunities, and student support services. It can also be helpful to speak with current students or alumni from these programs to hear firsthand about their experiences.
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