In 2017, the reviewer ranked 14th in the NEET SS exam, pursuing a course offered only by this college and AIIMS New Delhi, which had just one seat. Despite being a top candidate for the AIIMS interview, the reviewer did not secure the spot. The college hosts five main faculties known for excellence in academics and clinical practice, giving students opportunities to work in various departments and with experts in Vyzag and Miami.
The course fee is 22 lakh INR annually over three years, totaling 66 lakh INR, with all payments made digitally post-NEET admission. The college maintains fee transparency but faces criticism for high fees, given the lack of additional infrastructure or teaching resources and the demanding work hours required from postgraduates. Government and regulatory intervention is suggested to reassess the fee structure and working conditions. Moreover, the college does not provide placement opportunities, a significant concern for students from non-medical, middle-class backgrounds who rely on job placements with good salaries to alleviate financial pressures.
The reviewer did not seek fee scholarships but applied unsuccessfully for an ICMR travel scholarship for a U.S. research conference due to being at a private institution. The scholarship criteria focused on research quality, conference prestige, and applicant age.
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