Elk Grove, CA
Allopathic Medical Schools | Private For-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 46% 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 ▼
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 as average compared to other schools.
How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?
Most rank this school as average compared to 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 friendly.
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 responsive.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools seem to be in the MMI format, with some respondents mentioning nondisclosure agreements and being asked MMI case questions. Participants may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement due to the nature of the Multiple Mini Interview format used during their interviews.
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NDA
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NDA (2 MMI Case Questions)
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MMI
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It was a MMI
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at California Northstate University College of Medicine discussed non-disclosure agreements (NDA), indicating a potential MMI format where respondents may have been subject to NDA requirements.
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NDA
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at California Northstate University College of Medicine discussed non-disclosure agreements, indicating a potential MMI format where respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement.
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NDA
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of more than 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 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.
Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at another location.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by practicing with common questions and conducting mock interviews, researching the school online, including tips from Reddit and SDN, and reviewing their application and previous MMI interviews. This well-rounded approach included familiarizing themselves with the school, practicing interview scenarios, and seeking guidance from various sources to enhance their readiness.
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Practiced by familiarizing myself with common interview questions and conducting mock interviews with family/friends
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Reading online about the school + Reddit & SDN tips
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Looking at the schools website
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Online MMI prep, previous MMI interviews, looked at school website, reviewed my application
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the friendly and knowledgeable faculty, as well as their willingness to answer questions. They also appreciated the passion of the interviewers and the clean facilities of the school, while expressing some skepticism about the planned developments.
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The faculty were incredibly friendly and were willing to answer any questions that I had.
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Despite being put on probation by the LCME, interviewers really believed in their school and seemed genuinely passionate about their roles as instructors.
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The students seemed to have neutral or positive attitudes about the school. The facilities are clean and new. Their plans for an academic medical center are bold (we'll see if they happen according to schedule, my guess is no).
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were negatively impressed by issues such as lack of transparency in the interview process, inconvenient location of the school, concerns about the school being for-profit with limited financial aid options, and a president's discouraging stance on student advocacy. Suggestions included improved communication, more support for students financially, and a more positive and student-centered leadership approach.
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When asked whether they believe the probation from the LCME was warranted, one of the interviewers essentially say they could not comment on that question directly. He did say, however, that the issues that led to the probation had been resolved.
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No options to pick interview dates, last minute information regarding the interview process
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The school is located in an industrial park in Elk Grove. The President of the school gave a weird rant about how students should never be advocates because they have one job: to learn. Seemed like he doesn't want students protesting the university admin...weird thing to rant about on interview day. The school is for-profit. You can only take out private loans, and there's no financial aid.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Many applicants expressed a desire to have known in advance about the interview being 1-on-1 with a specific format, the timeline for post-interview communication, and the outdated acceptance protocols that could be modernized by moving online.
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That the interview was 1-on-1; both interviews follow the same format (MMI question + Dialogue)
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How long it would take them to get back to me post-interview. And their acceptance protocols/paperwork are archaic considering it's a brand new school. Everything needs to be moved online.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally expressed satisfaction with the interview process and the staff's dedication, but some raised concerns about the school being a for-profit institution with mixed reviews, suggesting exploring other MD options if available.
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Very satisfied with the interview and happy with how things turned out.
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Though it is a for-profit school with a lot of sketchy rumors surrounding it, the staff I spoke with seem to really be happy in their positions and confident that the students they work with are 100% prepared for their future roles as physicians.
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I would go here if it were my only option, but if you have other MD options, go elsewhere.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should transition to electronic acceptance paperwork to streamline the process and enhance efficiency for both applicants and the office.
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Make the acceptance paperwork electronic!
📍 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 in 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 less than $100.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
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SMF
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
I'm sorry, it seems like the responses provided are unclear and do not contain the names of hotels. Could you please provide more specific responses for me to determine the most commonly stayed hotel?
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How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as average
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | Positively 🙂 | Great | Virtual |
| 2024-25 | Positively 🙂 | Good | In Person |
| 2023-24 | Positively 🙂 | Great | Virtual |
| 2021-22 | Positively 🙂 | Good | Virtual |
| 2021-22 | No change 😐 | Good | Virtual |
| 2019-20 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2018-19 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
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