Entering Class Fall 2023 / Graduating Class of 2027
Barnard College
“The opportunity to learn how to serve underserved population in the city where I was born and want to school!”
“Amazing school! In NYC baby!! Community.”
Baylor University
“Had a great experience during the interview that got me excited for the warm and welcoming atmosphere at SUNY Downstate.”
Bernard College
“Tuition, curriculum, opportunities for patient care exposure and research.”
Boston College
“It's commitment to creating culturally competent physicians with excellent beside manners.”
“Location and cost.”
Brandeis University
“I grew up playing baseball at Prospect Park grounds so this neighborhood is my home. It's diverse community is the only place I wanted to begin my career in medicine.”
Brooklyn College
“I loved the diverse and supportive community at Downstate. Excellent training focused on patient care that Downstate provides.”
“It is a great school. Great reputation and education!”
“Because of the diverse community and excellent support system.”
“BA/MD program.”
“I have an interest in serving a medically underserved population and would like to receive my medical education from a diverse region.”
“Excellent clinical education, close to home, BA-MD program.”
“I want to be in NYC.”
“Location, Diversity, only med school in Brooklyn.”
“Getting diverse clinical experiences in NYC hospitals, first class research experiences with renowned M.D's and PhD's, great match rate in NYC.”
Brown University
“I want to pursue both public health and clinical work so MD/MPH was a great fit. I chose Downstate specifically because of it's very sincere commitment to health equity, addressing social determinants and community/urban/global health. I was also drawn to it's location in Brooklyn as a native New Yorker.”
California Institute of Arts
“I decided to study at SUNY Downstate because of its commitment to clinical experience and to serving the community.”
Case Western Reserve University
“I have aspired to become a psychiatrist for most of my life, and I was enthralled to return to NY and continue my MD journey at Downstate.”
“I wanted to stay in NYC and hopefully practice here as well. Great city and I don't drive.”
Colorado College
“To be able to learn and work in a diverse setting with supportive peers and faculty.”
Columbia University
“I got the chance to speak with several Downstate students during my application process and loved everything I heard about the school's collaborative environment. Additionally, the location in NYC is close to my family and friends.”
Cornell University
“I decided to attend SUNY Downstate for the superb clinical training, exposure to diverse populations and the location (proximity to home).”
“Because I want to serve underserved communities and Downstate really focuses on that. Also the strong clinical education offered here.”
“I was hoping to get the opportunity to learn medicine in the unique environment that NYC offers. I also like the opportunity for research.”
“Home is where the heart is! The surrounding community and many opportunities to engage with the community!”
“The clinical importance of Downstate being in Brooklyn is unparalleled.”
CUNY Brooklyn College
“Diverse patient population, proximity to NYC, student run clinic, serves neighboring underserved communities.”
CUNY City College
“It is in the heart of Brooklyn, where I grew up; I love the diversity of New York & couldn't imagine going to medical school anywhere else.”
“My own state is located in one of the most diverse cities/neighborhoods in the country which opens the possibility to explore the healthcare needs of a multinational community while learning the customs.”
“Close to home and in-state tuition.”
CUNY College of Staten Island
“Brooklyn!!!”
CUNY Macauley Honors College
“I really liked that the school places an emphasis on helping underserved communities. Also, the NYC location is a great place to spend the next 4 years.”
CUNY Medgar Evers College
“Is because it is known to serve a diverse group of people, and my goal is to serve the community as well.”
CUNY Queens College
“I want to study medicine at the home of the MRI. I am interested in research and the future of medicine and it's integration with AI/Augmented Reality.”
“Close to family, Clinical opportunities.”
Duke University
“I am excited to serve Downstate’s diverse patient population.”
“To become doctor.”
Emory
“Diverse and close by.”
Florida International University
“The focus on bringing equitable healthcare to communities in need brought me to SUNY. Also, the diversity and exposure to public hospitals.”
Fordham University
“I was able to stay close to home as a native New Yorker, and pursue interesting research opportunities and a great medical education as part of the MD/PhD program.”
“I want to work in and serve diverse urban communities. Thus, I chose to train and learn at a school located within a diverse community.”
Hofstra University
“Downstate is a reputable institution with a great match and is in Brooklyn where I grew up.”
“I wanted to be home and serve the community I grew up around.”
Hunter College
“Diversity and inclusion are very important parts of my life and I looked for places with passionate staff and faculty.”
“I appreciate the mission of Downstate and it's dedication to it's students.”
“I like the location, being the only medical school in Brooklyn.”
“I like the mission and vision.”
“I chose SUNY Downstate due to the community it serves/maintains clinical rotations in. I believe such a diverse patient population will give me the skills necessary to be a well-rounded physician.”
“From my first few interactions I had with staff and students, I knew it was the right place for me because of how warm and inviting everyone was. I also love the way the curriculum is designed to foster collaboration and teamwork.”
“I want to become a physician to help elevate quality of life for my community and family.”
“The community of Brooklyn and powerful mission to give back.”
“In the city and exposure to patent population I want to work with.”
“The unique location and diverse population that Downstate serves excites me!”
“Wanted to be in NYC close to my support system and serve this population”
“Close to home!”
LeHigh University
“I wanted to be in New York City in a busy urban hospital, loved the community and my interviewers.”
Lehman College
“I love the city, want to stay close to family, and to give back to the community and city.”
LIU
“The prime location and dedication to serving the people of Brooklyn.”
Marshall University
“SUNY Downstate fits everything a future physician in training embodies. The need to advocate for the underserved community is especially important. The training at this school will allow me to advocate for others in need.”
Northeastern University
“Culturally diverse location and close to home.”
“As a native New Yorker, I wanted to learn and serve in the city I grew up in.”
NYU
“Location, patient care experience and atmosphere!”
“To be able to go to school in and learn from the beautiful borough of Brooklyn!”
“Good clinical institution in my own borough.”
“Strong clinical skills, patient population, urban campus, match list.”
“I believe Downstate is the best fit for me. I believe the supportive faculty will allow me to excel academically and become the best physician I can be.”
Pace University
“Proximity to home, dedication to serve the underserved and its respected reputation.”
Portland State University
“Location and the amazing people.”
Princeton University
“Brooklyn has a lot to offer and Downstate knows that.”
“It is close to home and I wanted to be able to have a local as well as peer network and support. Also, the upperclassmen on tour were really helpful and I wanted to be in a space where students are support of each other.”
Smith College
“It’s close to home, great opportunities to learn and get exposure to many different patient populations and corresponding diversity of patient conditions to learn from. Also being in NYC and at a school with a lot of research opportunities.”
St. John's University
“Love New York and the people here.”
“Nothing can beat having and education in NYC. I have also had family attend this medical school in the past and I have heard that this school prepares you the best.”
Stony Brook University
“Location, Price.”
“Brooklyn!”
“Close to home, huge emphasis on service work, large underserved population, NYC location which provides many opportunities.”
“I wanted an education where i could integrate clinical work in a high-need area and neuroscience-focused studies while staying in New York.”
“Diverse culture & people in Brooklyn.”
SUNY Albany
“Downstate is close to home, has a great reputation, and cost of tuition is reasonable.”
“The community, close to my family, access to less privileged community, Brooklyn free clinic.”
SUNY Binghamton
“Felt right, liked my interview and students I met plus in state tuition.”
“Great location, strong residency match list, strong school reputation.”
“I live in Brooklyn, so I have an amazing support system here. I want to become a doctor in my city.”
SUNY Plattsburgh
“Close to home and no other place like NYC.”
Touro University
“Location, diversity, exposure.”
UC Santa Barbara
“Urban, demographic, location, public transit, admin more responsive than expected.”
“Because Brooklyn/Downstate provides the opportunity to serve one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the country and the exposure would be unparalleled.”
UCLA
“To work with a diverse patient population and to be in New York.”
“Who doesn't like Brooklyn?”
UMASS Amherst
“Its reputation and proximity to family.”
University of Maryland
“Downstate serves an underserved, diverse population and is a leader in health disparities research.”
University of Arizona
“Specific extracurricular activities, location.”
University of Buffalo
“It was the only interview invitation I received, I'm from SI and wanted to be close to home, hands on community/patient centered learning approach.”
“It's in NYC, I love NYC!”
“To reform medicine.”
University of Chicago
“In NYC, cheapest option, serving population that I care about, close to home.”
“Cheapest option, clinical population, close to family, and research opportunity.”
“Downstate has an amazing reputation for clinical training, medical education, and service to the community.”
University of Florida
“Diverse patient population & great match rates.”
“Diversity of patient populations, support system (have family/friends nearby), students seem happy/collaborative here, curriculum.”
University of Illinois Chicago
“I decided to go to SUNY Downstate because it is a great program dedicated to their community.”
University of Michigan
“Community based learning & close to home.”
“Opportunity for clinical experience in a large city.”
“Opportunity to work with an urban population while receiving a world class medical education.”
University of Notre Dame
“I wanted to study in an urban environment & treat a diverse patient population. I'm very grateful to be here!”
University of Pennsylvania
“Large importance placed on investment in community.”
University of South Carolina
“Education and clinical skills are put to work.”
University of Washington
“I wanted to better understand Medicine in the context of an urban health environment.”
Vassar College
“Institution renowned for its training opportunities and clinical exposure, commitment to providing equity in healthcare, close to home, and in-state tuition.”
Washington University in St. Louis
“Community focused, Family is in Brooklyn.”
Wesleyan University
“Wanted to be in NYC/Brooklyn (close to family and friends), wanted to train in an urban environment, saw the impact we can make in Flatbush.”
Williams College
“New York, great clinical training, important patient population to learn from.”
Yeshiva University
“I believe Downstate will help me to become a culturally competent and affective physician. I also feel passionate about working with the underserved in NY.”