NYU School of Medicine Sackler vs Baylor College of Medicine

[strugglebus2k17]

Any insight into either Ph.D. program in virology/microbiology/immunology? I have several of the faculty at both schools that are interested in recruiting me to their lab and I see both as equals in term of research fit for myself. Beyond that, any insight into the strengths/weaknesses of either program?

 

Edited March 9, 2018 by strugglebus2k17

[juluca]

I think it depends on what you think you might want to do after your PhD. If you want to stay in academia then, at a topical level, Baylor has a stronger reputation for research. If not, then its important to look at what services the schools provide you with respect to career development. Apart from that, if the research fit is good for you at both places, think about which place you would be happier living in, and where you want to build your network.

Edited March 9, 2018 by juluca

[strugglebus2k17]

Thanks for the insight! Im not sure if I want to do academia or industry at this point yet. I’ll go where the opportunities are and I want to keep my options open if possible.