Camden, NJ
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 33% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
What was the stress level of the interview?
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 include inquiries about reasons for choosing a specific school, clinical experiences, handling feedback, ethical dilemmas faced, community service involvement, balancing responsibilities, and personal motivations for pursuing a career in medicine. Some interviews were MMI format, potentially involving nondisclosure agreements, while others focused on experiences with underserved populations, cultural learning, and responses to challenging situations.
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Tell me more about your clinical experiences
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Why [this school]?
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Why Medicine?
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Describe a time you missed an easy solution and how you responded?
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What is the harshest feedback you've received and how did you respond?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University discussed a wide range of topics including career aspirations, cultural experiences, ethical dilemmas, personal challenges, and community engagement. Additionally, some respondents mentioned questions related to their specific backgrounds such as being a musician or athlete. It appears that the interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on the variety of questions asked, and respondents potentially had to adhere to nondisclosure agreements regarding specific question details.
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Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
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Describe a time you missed an easy solution and how you responded?
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What is one time you learned about another culture?
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What ethical dilemma did you face?
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Tell me about a problem you faced recently
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University discussed various scenarios related to leadership, handling criticism, ethical dilemmas, specialty preferences, future goals, and personal reflections. Some respondents mentioned questions about their greatest accomplishments and failures, while others highlighted unexpected inquiries about past experiences and feedback responses.
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Tell me about a time when you had to step up into leadership
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What is the harshest feedback you've received and how did you respond?
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Tell me about a time you received criticism and how you handled it.
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What is one time you received criticism?
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What ethical dilemma did you face?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 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 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 a Faculty member
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 0-1 hour traveling to the interview.
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 $101 and $200.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
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Philadelphia
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PHL
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Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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DoubleTree Center City
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Comfort Inn
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 is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What are your comments on where you stayed?
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✅ 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 utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN), mock interviews, reviewing their application and the school's website, and practicing with friends or family. Many also emphasized the importance of researching the school's mission, values, and specific details, as well as practicing general interview questions and being comfortable discussing their motivation for pursuing medicine.
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SDN questions for the most part
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Used SDN and talked to individuals from the university
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Mock interview, prepared general answers beforehand
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Mock interview
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Looked here for questions they asked and prepped answers
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the interview, with many noting that it felt like a conversation rather than an interrogation. They also appreciated the sense of community and passion displayed by both faculty and students, along with the school's impressive facilities and innovative curriculum. Suggestions were made to continue emphasizing the supportive and engaging environment during the admissions process.
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The interviewers were so friendly and welcoming. The interview felt more like a conversation than an interrogation.
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The whole day was interactive and the sense of community was certainly felt.
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Everyone was so inviting and pleasant! Really increased m
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They were so calming and eased everyone's nerves. The interviewers were incredibly chill.
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Relaxed atmosphere
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the location of the school in Camden, citing limited dining options, safety considerations, and lack of nearby activities. Some applicants also mentioned the school's newness and the absence of certain amenities or established outcomes like a match list, while others highlighted logistical issues such as the format of interviews or financial considerations for out-of-state students. Suggestions included improving the surrounding area, providing more engaging activities, and enhancing communication about the school's development and offerings.
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Nothing really
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The interview felt more like an interrogation than a conversation (just my experience, but I'm sure most was the opposite)
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Nothing. It feels like an up-and-coming school that's out to grow and accomplish a lot.
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It had nothing to do with the interview day/admissions staff but I think everyone wished it was in person. Hopefully next year it will be.
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The surrounding area, not many places to go to eat
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the relaxed and conversational nature of the interview, the importance of being formal despite the relaxed atmosphere, and the structure of the interview (such as being 2-on-1 and the strict time limit). They also noted the significance of choosing the school, being prepared for brief interviews, and not stressing too much during the process.
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That it would be very relaxing
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1 interviewer is open file and the other does not know anything about you at all. Keep this in mind as you respond!
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How chill the interview would be.
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How conversational the interview would be.
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly shared positive feedback about the friendly and supportive atmosphere at the school, the unique mission and location, and the conversational nature of the interviews. Some mentioned feeling rushed due to time constraints and highlighted the high cost of out-of-state tuition as a concern.
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There are 2 interviewers, one has read your application, while the other interviewer has not.
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It was a good atmosphere to be a part of but still somewhat nervewracking.
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They really try to make you feel comfortable
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Great community centered school tied to the best hospital in South Jersey.
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30 minutes goes by so fast; they only asked me 5 or 6 questions. I was definitely over-prepared. Two on one interview with one interviewer open file and one closed file is a little awkward; the closed file interviewer didn't ask me any questions and just sat there quietly staring me down. Other than that everything went perfectly and I love this school :)
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should consider reintroducing in-person interviews, shortening the financial aid lecture, and offering tours of relevant facilities like hospitals. They also expressed overall appreciation for the admissions process.
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Make the interview in person next year!
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Bring back in-person interviews!
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They're great. No suggestions.
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Shorten the 45 min lecture on financial aid to an overview, it is so dull that you made a movie because you were tired of talking about it and giving the lecture.
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Loved the school.
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