Adelphi University Gordon F. Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies Interview Feedback Summary
Garden City, NY
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.8
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 66 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 designing a research project, explaining research background and its connection to career goals, articulating reasons for program selection, and discussing aspirations post-degree completion. While respondents did not mention an MMI format or nondisclosure agreements, these questions are indicative of the types of inquiries typically encountered in medical school interviews.
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Design a research project (this was asked in a group format and we just gave general answers, she didn't ask us to provide possible statistical analyses or anything)
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What do you want to do here?
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If you could design the perfect course what would it be?
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explain your current research and how it connects to what you want to do here.
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Why did you apply to this program?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Adelphi University Gordon F. Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies discussed designing a research project, stress relief strategies, reasons for interest in clinical psychology, and favorite movies. The interview format may have been MMI, as some responses hint at nondisclosure agreements, with a mix of standard and conversational questions observed.
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Design a research project
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How do you relieve stress?
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the asked pretty normal questions
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Nothing really, the above 3 were pretty much the only questions I was asked. The rest of the time was more like a conversation and me asking questions.
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Why are you interested in pursuing "Clinical" psychology?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Adelphi University Gordon F. Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies discussed designing a research project, reasons for choosing the university, and other places applied to. The responses did not indicate an MMI format or issues related to nondisclosure agreements.
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Design a research project :) (this actually wasn't that difficult for me, I love research, but it was difficult for some)
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None of them were especially difficult.
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when they asked why I chose ASU I said that I thought they did amazing empirically based interventions... Then they asked if other places didn't do empirically based interventions...Not too bad for the most difficult question
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None.
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Where else have you applied?
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 2 people.
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 a closed 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 the school.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants mostly prepared for the interview by reading research papers and abstracts related to their field of study, familiarizing themselves with the program and potential interview questions, and seeking insights from current students or attending relevant classes. Many also focused on understanding the work of their potential advisor and honing their own research interests.
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Built up a CV with a good deal of clinical and research experience over the past few years.
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Read abstracts and a few papers, tried to anticipate possible questions that would be asked
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Read papers and abstracts, made sure I was familiar with the program in general, and thought about questions I might like to ask.
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I read a ton of articles by my POI and asked the grad students a lot of questions the night before.
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I read articles for each of the one-on-one interviews and read about the program on the website.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the positive atmosphere and supportive environment of the program, including the friendly and collaborative interactions among faculty and students, the quality of work being produced, and the openness to discussing weaknesses. They also highlighted the beautiful facilities, state-of-the-art resources, and the successful internship and externship placements, creating an overall positive experience during the interview process.
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Most unique and challenging interview I've been on. Fascinating. Beautiful facilities.
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The building is amazing, the professors seemed happy, and the students were all really friendly with us and with each other... I could tell that they got a lot done in part because they all get along!
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The location, the current graduate students, the quality of work being produced, the apparent absence of stress among faculty and students, their openness to discussing weaknesses (though there aren't many and most don't even apply to me), their 100% match rate over the past seven or so years, etc.
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Faculty was laid back
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They were VERY nice, flexible, and collaborative.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed frustration at the lack of feedback on their performance and desired more interaction with faculty and current students. Suggestions included providing clearer post-interview communication and enhancing opportunities for engagement with the program community.
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We all left with no clue as to how we did.
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I've heard the football fans are pretty intense
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It was a little hot. That's not their fault, though!
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They may have been too nice.
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Traffic when leaving the school
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known about the level of informality during the interview, the importance of researching multiple professors, and the need for comfortable footwear for a walking tour. Additionally, some mentioned specific local tips like bringing earplugs and visiting a notable bar in the area.
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How laid back this interview would be (especially compared to my other interviews)
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I wish I had brought ear plugs for the night before
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I wish I had researched other professors more. Once I arrived, I realized a different professor from the one I researched would be a better mentor/advisor for me.
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Nothing, but you may want to know there is a walking tour and ladies may want to change into flats.
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The flying saucer bar in downtown Nashville has 100 beers on tap.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the programs they interviewed for to be interesting and enjoyable, particularly appreciating interactions with current students. Some applicants highlighted unique interview formats, while others expressed uncertainty about their performance post-interview.
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Interesting place.
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I loved this program! By the end of the day MANY of the applicants were saying that UT had risen to the top of their lists.
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I loved this program! I can see myself being really happy there.
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Make sure you get to know the grad students!!! They are a very important part of the process at ASU.
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awesome program overall. Definitely enjoyed interviewing there!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
No responses
📍 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?
Most respondents spent 4-6 hours traveling to the interview.
What was your primary mode of travel?
Most respondents traveled by airplane to the interview.
About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?
Most respondents spent between $201 and $300.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Nashville International Airport (BNA)
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BNA
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Knoxville and Memphis
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Phoenix
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Sioux Falls
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
Courtyard Marriott
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Courtyard Marriott
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?
No responses
All Responses
| Application Cycle ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
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| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Poor | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Average | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Average | N/A |
| 2009-10 | N/A | Good | N/A |
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