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Baylor University College of Arts and Sciences Psychology and Neuroscience Interview Feedback Summary

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Waco, TX

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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼

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 average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unfriendly.
No responses

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unresponsive.
No responses
💬 Interview Questions ▼

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Most respondents were asked about their motivation for attending the medical school, with a focus on their interest in Baylor.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Baylor University College of Arts and Sciences Psychology and Neuroscience discussed whether candidates identified as extroverts or introverts, and inquired about their views on feminism.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said the most difficult question asked at Baylor University College of Arts and Sciences Psychology and Neuroscience discussed included scenarios like handling stress related to changing identity for psychology and identifying pivotal books influencing their career choice.
✅ 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 5 or more 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 commonly prepared for the interview by researching the professors they were interested in, reviewing potential interview questions from resources like books, and studying the professors' work on the university website. This proactive approach helped them gain insights into the faculty and demonstrate their interest in the program.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the genuine kindness and helpfulness of everyone they interacted with, as well as the positive experiences they had with the graduate students.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions about the program's temporary location next to a Quiznos and the small town setting, which they found unappealing. Suggestions include considering a more professional or central location and offering options in larger cities to attract a wider range of applicants.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants mentioned they wished they had known about the lack of vacation time due to year-round practicums, which don't align with traditional school breaks. This information would have helped them better prepare and plan for the demanding schedule of the program.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally provided positive feedback about their interview experiences, highlighting the welcoming and laid-back atmosphere created by the interviewers and students. They appreciated the friendly and reassuring environment despite initial nervousness.

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 more than $500.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Friends or family or with friends or family.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
No responses

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
2009-10 Positively 🙂 Good N/A
2009-10 Positively 🙂 Good N/A
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