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Jul 2025
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She Got Into Med School… But Now She’s N...

The Students of the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
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Turning down that med school acceptance might cost more than you think. Listener “my initials are ARM” got into medical school—cue the confetti—but now that reality’s set in, she’s not feeling great about her only acceptance. The school is small, expensive, and far from home. Should she go anyway or risk reapplying in hopes of a better fit next year? MD/PhD ... Show More
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