Miami Shores, FL
Podiatry Schools | Public For-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 31% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low 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 low 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 revolve around the candidate's journey into podiatry, reasons for choosing podiatry over other specialties, academic performance explanations, strengths and weaknesses, future career goals, and familiarity with podiatry practices and community involvement. Respondents may have encountered an MMI format with a nondisclosure agreement given the prevalence of questions related to personal experiences, academic background, career motivations, and future aspirations in the field of podiatry.
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Describe a course you did well in and why you did well
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What has been your journey into podiatry?
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Why is there a discrepancy between your MCAT and GPA?
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Define podiatry in one sentence.
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why podiatry?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine discussed a variety of topics, including describing successful courses, clinical cases, problem-solving experiences, defining podiatry, residency preferences, leadership challenges, and personal qualities. While some respondents mentioned MMI format or nondisclosure, other common themes included explaining podiatry to different audiences, sharing career goals, handling challenges, and discussing personal interests and motivations.
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Describe a course you did well in and why you did well
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Talk about 2 cases you saw in the clinic which affirmed your decision to choose podiatry.
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Tell me about a problem you've faced and how you solved it
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If you were in charge of writing the definition of podiatry in the dictionary what would it be?
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Why should Barry pick you?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine discussed a variety of topics including explaining academic discrepancies, experiences of discrimination, handling challenging situations, and expressing motivations for pursuing podiatry. The interview format may have been an MMI, as some responses mentioned nondisclosure agreements, while other common themes included questions about personal qualities, career decisions, and contributions to the school community.
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discrepancy between gpa and mcat
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Why did you get bad grades in these classes?
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Explain instances of discrimination you've faced and your response
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Say you’re a resident and I’m a patient. Explain to me that you are going to need to amputate my foot.
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Explain why you do not have any pod shadowing experience
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 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.
Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
📍 On-Site Experience ▼
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by Admissions staff personnel
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?
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 $401 and $500.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Miami International Airport (MIA)
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fll
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Miami Intl.
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Miami International Airport
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Miami International
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Miami
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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windsor
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on South Beach, it's worth it
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crowne plaza
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airways hotel
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Wyndham @ Miami Airport
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 interviews by utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN), reviewing their application materials and the school's website, practicing mock interviews, and seeking feedback from others who had interviewed at the same institution. Many also focused on familiarizing themselves with potential interview questions and ensuring they could speak naturally and confidently during the interview.
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SDN
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Memorized questions and answers, but spoke as if I was having a normal conversation (not like a robot).
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Mock
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SDN -SUPER HELPFUL!!
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SDN Feedback & School website
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the welcoming and friendly staff, faculty, and students, the state-of-the-art facilities and technology, the small class sizes, the clinical opportunities, and the supportive and inclusive campus atmosphere. Many applicants also highlighted the personalized and holistic approach in the interview process, the beautiful campus, the opportunities for research and volunteer work, and the enthusiasm and knowledge of the students. Suggestions for improvement were minimal, with the majority of feedback focusing on the positive aspects of the school.
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state of the art technology
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The way the interviewers talked about the school and how it would be a good fit for you (the student).
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small class size
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Dave (dean of admissions) and the 3 residents that interviewed me were very nice and welcoming
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The sports medicine fellowship
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the run-down facilities, insufficient clinical exposure, disorganization during the interview process, lack of engagement from staff, outdated classrooms, and a questionable surrounding neighborhood. Suggestions included improving facilities, enhancing clinical opportunities, increasing staff engagement, and addressing the overall campus environment to create a more positive impression on applicants.
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students indicated surrounding area and facilities are run down
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Getting grilled about any bad grades/ scores.
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They want you to answer the questions in a way that they want rather than how you truly feel
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nothing
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The neighborhood around the school looked shady, the buildings look a little old and the board part 1 pass rate was low last year.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the relaxed and informal nature of the interview process, the need to be prepared for essay questions, the potential for hot weather during the visit, and the importance of planning for transportation and potential traffic in the area. Additionally, many applicants recommended being proactive in selling oneself during the interview and being aware of the cost of living in Miami.
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I was the only interviewee signed up for the day (I knew this 1 day ahead of time)
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That Podiatry is not just foot & ankle it deals with all lower extremities starting from the hip to the tip of the toe.
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not the school for everyone
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How long the day was going to be and a schedule.
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Girls: Wear heels to the interview but bring flats because you will do a lot of walking.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process to be relaxed and conversational, with positive comments about the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the school. Some mentioned concerns about the facilities, clinical opportunities, and the need for better organization during the interview day.
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Be calm, professional and be yourself.
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Take the interview with a grain of salt because you will leave feeling confident but they are judging you
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Dave is the best! Very friendly and always smiling. He makes you feel comfortable.
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The students and staff were all happy to answer any questions we had and were always encouraging. I love the atmosphere of the school and what it represents.
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I really love the atmosphere of this school! It is a great school with a beautiful campus. All of the students I had the chance to meet loves their graduate career so far
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should improve communication and response times, provide a structured schedule for the interview day, and ensure a welcoming and inclusive interview experience. Some also recommended earlier contact with students and possibly involving multiple interviewers.
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None really, they are great.
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The school boasts a holistic interview experience yet asks unrelated and judgemental questions throughout the process.
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Having a schedule for the day would have been helpful
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The admissions office did everything in their power to keep the interviewees occupied and mentally stimulated. There isn’t a thing they could have done differently.
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Keep up the good work! Very responsive and fast paced.
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