Cupecoy
Allopathic Medical Schools | Private For-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 37% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did well.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.
How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?
Most respondents rank this school above other schools they applied to.
0 = Below, 10 = Above
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about research experience, reasons for pursuing medicine, qualities for improvement, memorable experiences, academic background differences, and motivations for studying abroad. Respondents may have experienced an MMI format interview and could have been under a nondisclosure agreement based on mentions of 'MMI' or 'Multiple Mini Interview' in their responses.
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What did you do in graduate school that was different than the way that you studied as an undergraduate student?
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What have you learned in your research that will help you in medical school?
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When did you first realize that you wanted to be a physician?
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What got you interested in medicine ?
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What is one quality that you wish to improve on ?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at American University of the Caribbean (Saint Maarten) discussed various topics including research background, personal inspiration in medicine, challenges in medical school, and some mentioned not having interviews but rather campus tours.
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Tell me about your research. (My interviewer was very interested in probing my research background)
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Who is your inspiration ? Who is your inspiration in medicine ?
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What do you think would be the most difficult thing for you if you were going to medical school at AUC?
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There was no interview. I just took a campus tour.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at American University of the Caribbean (Saint Maarten) discussed personal background with "Tell me about yourself," highlighted learned qualities, and inquired about weaknesses in their application.
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Tell me about yourself.
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Giving an example of the learned qualities that I possess
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Asking about some weak points in my application.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 minutes.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 1 person.
What was the style of the interview?
Most respondents had a one-on-one interview.
What type of interview was it?
Most respondents had an open file interview.
Was this interview in-person or virtual?
Most respondents had a virtual interview.
Data includes both pre- and post-COVID interviews.
No responses
Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at a regional location.
📍 On-Site Experience ▼
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents rank the facilities as below average.
What were your total hours spent traveling?
What was your primary mode of travel?
Most respondents traveled by automobile to the interview.
About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?
Most respondents spent between $101 and $200.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM)
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SXM
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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Sonesta Maho
How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
Would you recommend the hotel?
Most respondents would recommend their hotel.
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What are your comments on where you stayed?
No responses
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by researching extensively through sources like the AUC website, webinars, online forums, and talking to current or former students for insights. They also emphasized the importance of reviewing their application thoroughly to be well-prepared.
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Reading SDN, AUCMED.edu, talking to a close friend that is a second term student and reading several blogs from current and former AUC students.
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AUC Webinar, AUC website, About.com, Berkeley Website
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AUC website, online AUC webinar, internet forums, reviewing my application
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the rigorous and detailed interview process at AUC, contrary to their initial expectations. Additionally, the friendliness of the staff and the beautiful, beach-adjacent campus were highlighted as positive aspects by multiple applicants.
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I had heard a lot of negative info about AUC being a for-profit school so I didn't expect a serious interview. I was surprised in that the interview was rigorous, in depth, and quiet detailed.
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Friendliness
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The campus. It is ten years old and absolutely beautiful. It is a 3 minute walk to the beach.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions related to unprofessionalism or lack of promptness in communication from staff, particularly during the interview process. Additionally, the lack of adequate on-campus study spaces was a recurring concern among applicants. Suggestions include improving staff professionalism and communication, as well as enhancing on-campus study facilities.
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I interviewed at the Devry facility in Sherman Oaks. The admin assistant was a bit unprofessional in her demeanor and was not prompt with notifying my interviewer that I had arrived. Interview was at 12 and the interviewer wasn't notified till 11:58.
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Nothing
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There are not that many places to study on campus.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Many applicants wished they had known to allow extra time for parking and validation in Sherman Oaks, as well as to be prepared for challenges with phone interviews such as interpreting body language cues and handling potential technical issues.
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Nothing but make sure that you give yourself plenty of time to arrive and find parking if you interview in Sherman Oaks. Also, make sure to get your parking ticket validated; parking is $1.80 every 15 minutes!!!
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Nada!
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I had a phone interview and didn't have experience with that before. Not being able to see body language is difficult and there were a few long pauses... one time I thought I lost the call, but fortunately I didn't!
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally reported positive and laid-back interview experiences with a focus on being prepared for regular interview questions and demonstrating knowledge about the school. They also mentioned the industrialized nature of the island and the distinguished professors from various medical schools.
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Great and very positive experience!
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A very laid back Interview with a ton of questions.
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They were regular interview questions... if it's a phone interview and there is a pause just wait it through because he asks another question, he may be scanning your application in the meantime to see what to ask about. Know about the school and have questions to ask the interviewer.
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It was a great trip. The island is more industrialized than I thought. You can find any US product there. The professors are from distinguished medical schools from all over the US.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants overwhelmingly praised the admissions office for their prompt and courteous attention, especially highlighting the positive experience during interviews with staff members like Ms. Miller and Ms. Higgs.
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My interview was awesome and I appreciate the prompt and courteous attention that Ms. Miller, Ms. Higgs and all of the AUC staff have given me.
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