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I am aware that this comparison has been discussed in the past; however, the most recent thread dates back to 2011. I would like some fresh opinions.
I am in a bit of a bind.
DMU was absolutely amazing when I was there. It was the first school that actually "wow-ed" me. The environment and student body was very friendly and welcoming. It gave off a very close family feel. I've also heard that it is known as one of the best osteopathic schools. The low tuition and brand new facilities at DMU make the choice all the more attractive.
Nonetheless, I'm from Southern California, so Des Moines would be quite a drastic change from home.
Western U on the other hand has been a school that I've heard a lot of "horror" stories from fellow Californians that applied/matriculated. Some of the current students shared during campus tours that the recent classes of 2018 and the incoming class of 2019 show gunner tendencies and the professors aren't often available. Although while interviewing there, except the fact that facilities seem slightly older, I didn't really sense anything to be significantly off putting. I also really like that they adopt a systems based curriculum (though, I heard that people complained about the "small groups").
Ultimately, what makes this a really tough choice is that I live literally 10 minutes away from COMP. No joke. My family would like for me to stay. I really have no clue how to make this choice...
I am in a bit of a bind.
DMU was absolutely amazing when I was there. It was the first school that actually "wow-ed" me. The environment and student body was very friendly and welcoming. It gave off a very close family feel. I've also heard that it is known as one of the best osteopathic schools. The low tuition and brand new facilities at DMU make the choice all the more attractive.
Nonetheless, I'm from Southern California, so Des Moines would be quite a drastic change from home.
Western U on the other hand has been a school that I've heard a lot of "horror" stories from fellow Californians that applied/matriculated. Some of the current students shared during campus tours that the recent classes of 2018 and the incoming class of 2019 show gunner tendencies and the professors aren't often available. Although while interviewing there, except the fact that facilities seem slightly older, I didn't really sense anything to be significantly off putting. I also really like that they adopt a systems based curriculum (though, I heard that people complained about the "small groups").
Ultimately, what makes this a really tough choice is that I live literally 10 minutes away from COMP. No joke. My family would like for me to stay. I really have no clue how to make this choice...
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