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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 37% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did well.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.0
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 31 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
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
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the applicant's research experience and its relevance to medical school, their motivation for pursuing a career in medicine, and specific reasons for wanting to attend the institution. These questions reflect a focus on the candidate's academic and personal motivations for entering the field of medicine and their interest in the particular medical school.
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What have you learned in your research that will help you in medical school?
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What got you interested in medicine ?
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Why do you want to be a doctor? Why do you want to go to AUC?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at American University of the Caribbean (Saint Maarten) discussed research background, personal inspirations in medicine, and challenges anticipated in medical school. It appears that some respondents did not have an interview but rather took a campus tour, indicating a varied interview process at AUC.
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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 asking about the applicant's background, examples of learned qualities, and 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 Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 1 person.
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.
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.
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Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at a regional location.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources such as AUC's official website, webinars, online forums, and speaking to current or former students for insights and advice. They also engaged in thorough research by reading blogs, educational websites, and reviewing their own application materials to ensure they were well-informed and ready to discuss their qualifications.
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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, despite initial skepticism about it being a for-profit school. Additionally, the friendliness of the staff and the beautiful, beachside campus were highlighted as standout features that left a positive impression.
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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 negativity about unprofessional behavior from staff, lack of promptness in communication or service, and insufficient on-campus study spaces. Suggestions included improving professionalism, enhancing communication efficiency, and increasing study areas.
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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?
Applicants commonly wished they had known to allow extra time for parking, especially in specific locations like Sherman Oaks, and to validate parking to save costs. Additionally, many expressed a desire for more preparation or experience with phone interviews, highlighting the challenges of not being able to see body language and dealing with 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 shared positive experiences with the interviews, noting they were relaxed with a variety of questions. They recommended being prepared with knowledge about the school and having questions ready for the interviewer.
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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 courteous and prompt attention during the interview process, specifically mentioning 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.
📍 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.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of state students.
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?
Sonesta Maho
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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 are your comments on where you stayed?
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All Responses
| Application Cycle ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
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| 2016-17 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2013-14 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2012-13 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2010-11 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
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