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Chicago College of Optometry - Midwestern University

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Downers Grove, IL

Optometry Schools | Private Non-Profit

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⭐ 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 average stress.

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they had average performance 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 include inquiries about the candidate's background, motivation for choosing the field of study, strengths and weaknesses, as well as experiences such as shadowing. These questions are designed to assess the candidate's suitability for the program and their ability to reflect on their personal and professional attributes.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Chicago College of Optometry - Midwestern University discussed attributes they would bring to the program, unique skills or talents they possess, and how they would distinguish themselves within the class.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Chicago College of Optometry - Midwestern University discussed the challenges of explaining bad grades, reasons for choosing CCO, and whether transcripts accurately represent their abilities.
🤝 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 2 people.

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 the school.
📍 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.

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?

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 $201 and $300.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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 the interview by researching the school and practicing interview questions, either through self-practice or mock interviews. It is suggested to research the organization and practice answering common interview questions to feel confident and well-prepared.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the graduate-program campus, the friendliness of professors, and the overall welcoming atmosphere of the school. They also appreciated the well-organized interview process, virtual tours, and the use of technology in communication.

What impressed you negatively?

Many applicants were negatively impressed by the high tuition and board rates. They suggested that the institution should consider offering more affordable options to make education accessible to a wider range of students.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

The majority of applicants did not provide feedback on what they wished they had known ahead of time.

What are your general comments?

No responses

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
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