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Chicago College of Optometry, Midwestern University Interview Feedback Summary

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Downers Grove, IL

Optometry Schools | Private Non-Profit

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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 20% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did okay.
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.9
Above Average

Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.

Based on 18 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.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (100%)

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they had average performance at the interview.
Good (33%)
Average (67%)

What are your general comments?

No responses
💬 Interview Process ▼

Length, number, and type of interviews

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Length:
18 Minutes Average
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Number:
2 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
67% One-on-One
33% Group Interview
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File Type:
0% Open-File
100% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
0% Virtual
100% In-Person
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Interview Location (for In-Person):
100% At the School
0% Other Location

CCO-MU-COMP interviews are an average of 18 minutes, with an average of 2 interviews. 67% of interviews are one-on-one, 100% are in-person, and 100% are closed-file. Of the in-person interviews, 100% are held at the school.

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include "Tell me about yourself," "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" The responses suggest a focus on personal background and self-assessment during the interview process.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Chicago College of Optometry, Midwestern University discussed focused on attributes they can bring, interesting skills or talents, and how they would stand out in the class.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by researching the school beforehand, practicing with themselves on interview questions, and doing practice questions to feel more confident and ready.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Chicago College of Optometry, Midwestern University discussed centered around explaining bad grades, reasons for choosing the college, and evaluating the accuracy of their academic transcripts.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the school's exclusive focus on graduate programs and the welcoming atmosphere created by friendly professors and staff. They also appreciated the well-organized interviews, virtual tours, and use of technology throughout the admissions process.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were consistently concerned and negatively impressed by the high tuition and board rates. Many suggested exploring ways to make the costs more affordable for students.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants did not provide specific feedback or suggestions on what they wished they had known ahead of time.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?

0 = Low, 10 = High

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.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼

Airports Used

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MSP

100% interviewees used MSP (MSP).

What was your primary mode of transportation?

Most interviewees traveled by airplane to the interview.

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50% Airplane
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50% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other

Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees

Most interviewees stayed at the Embassy Suites by Hilton (average ranking 9/10). (Top 1 displayed)

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Embassy Suites by Hilton
9/10

What was the cost and time spent traveling?

Cost: Low Cost to High Cost

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Student (100%)

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (100%)

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