Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Online Program Pharm.D Interview Feedback Summary
Omaha, NE
Pharmacy Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based
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⭐ 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 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
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as good.
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 good.
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 include inquiries about the candidate's motivation for pursuing pharmacy, their interest in the specific school (e.g., Creighton), and a request to elaborate on their background and experiences that led them to choose pharmacy as a career. Some respondents mentioned questions about their previous roles and how those experiences contribute to their readiness for pharmacy practice. Additionally, several responses indicated a focus on the question "Tell me about yourself," which was a significant part of the interview duration, potentially aligning with an MMI format where a non-disclosure agreement might apply.
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Why pharmacy, Why Creighton?
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Where did my interest in pharmacy come from?
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Why pharmacy?
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Tell me about yourself
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Tell me a little bit about yourself. This Interview Feedback forum prepared me to expect this question so I prepared an answer. I wanted to make sure I got everything in that I wanted to say about myself, which probably took 25 minutes alone so that is probably why my interview took longer than the others.
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting questions asked at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Online Program Pharm.D discussed included various standard inquiries about favorite courses, activities in spare time, and qualities as a candidate for an online program. It was noted that some responses hinted at an MMI format with nondisclosure agreements possibly in place, while other questions focused on differences between US and European Pharmacy systems and scenarios related to online learning success.
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No questions stood out as particularly interesting.
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They repeat a dozen times on interview day that this is a professional program with large time demands.
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They were all pretty standard
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The above three were the only questions asked and then they asked me the, 'Do you have any questions for us?'
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What do you like to do in your spare time?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Online Program Pharm.D discussed various topics including expected barriers as a distance student, balancing school/work/personal life, support system at home, and reasons for being chosen over other qualified students. Additionally, some mentioned questions about ethical dilemmas and examples of handling interpersonal conflicts. Some responses indicated a focus on managing the rigors of distance pharmacy education.
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There were no difficult questions.
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What barriers do I expect to encounter in being a distance student?
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How do you plan to balance school/work/personal life? If you have a job, tell them your going to quit it.
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There weren't any particularly difficult questions
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None were difficult.
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 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.
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Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing their application materials, seeking advice from online forums like SDN, practicing with pharmacists, friends, and family, and reflecting on their personal values and experiences. They also researched the school's website, read trade publications, and discussed with current students to stay informed about the pharmacy profession and the specific program they were applying to.
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SDN
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I did not prepare.
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Questions from SDN
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SDN surveys
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Going over the questions in the Interview Feedback on SDN, as well as asking for advice in the pre-pharmacy forum. I asked and people who went through the interview process answered! This is a great, useful, informative website!
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and welcoming atmosphere of the faculty, staff, and students at the school. They appreciated the focus on values, use of technology, and patient-focused education, highlighting the professionalism, commitment, and collaborative culture of the institution. Suggestions included maintaining the positive and welcoming environment, continuing to prioritize values and technology, and emphasizing patient-centered education.
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The faculty seemed to really love the school, and the admissions staff were very professional and nice
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Most of the staff was quite friendly, and the facilities are super modern and very nice.
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Friendly low stress!!
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The entire interview day was impressive
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How student oriented the school was
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about inconsistencies in interview processes, lack of interview standardization, brief interview durations, ambiguous program details such as time commitments and costs, and the need for more experienced individuals to provide information during the admissions process. Suggestions included implementing standardized interview questions, providing more comprehensive program information, and ensuring that knowledgeable individuals are available to address applicant queries.
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The lack of interviewing standardization. My interviewers were very unprofessional and silly. The questions just seemed to come from thin air. I think all interviewees should be asked the same questions.
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The 12 times I heard it was a full time program, with no specifics (40 hours) or ranges (30-45 hours) as to how much time the average student puts in.
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Nothing.
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Nothing. Everything was great.
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nothing
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Most applicants wished they had known ahead of time about the laid-back and low-stress nature of the interview process, as well as the lack of surprises and the need for comfortable shoes. Additionally, many recommended bringing snacks, preparing questions for interviewers, and being aware of the schedule for the day.
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The format of the interview process.
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It was going to snow...
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Nothing because I was very well prepared for the day because of all the info on SDN. Someone did mention to me to bring a snack to eat because there would be no break to do so. The admissions personnel offered us a bottle of water and a bag of popcorn but I stayed away from the popcorn in case I got some stuck in between my teeth! So I'd advise others to eat lunch beforehand and bring a snack if you don't think you can last a full 5 hours of presentations and the interview. Presentations started at 12:00pm and I was put in a group to have the interview at 4:30pm. Maybe bring some gum too to refresh your mouth before the interview.
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I wish I had believed everyone here who said it would be low-stress. It really is true. Everyone is really nice there and very willing to help. I was surprised by how comfortable I felt. Everyone is so supportive and welcoming. The interview itself was very low-key and relaxed, and my interviewers were very friendly and even joked with me a little, which really helped to lessen my nerves.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally provided positive feedback about the interview process at Creighton, highlighting the welcoming environment, low stress level, and the school's emphasis on getting to know the whole person beyond academic scores. Some suggested improvements included having a longer interview time and providing more information about the distance pathway program.
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If you have a job and plan on keeping it while in the program, don't tell them that. They them your quitting and looking to work a day a week in a pharmacy. That's the answer they're looking for.
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I was very impressed with Creighton's program. It was great to learn so much more about how the distance pathway program would run. They are making changes to the program so that the distance pathway program continues to run according to accreditation standards. By the way, since I was in the distance pathway group, we did not get a tour of the campus so my answers to some of the questions in this interview feedback should really be n/a.
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When they didn't ask me the question (why creighton?) I wanted to answer, I let them know there was something I'd like them to know. The interview time I felt was too short. There was lots I would have liked to share. But in retrospect, the adcom has already decided if they want me or not. The goal of the interview is to see if the applicant can speak and communicate well and to get a general sense of personality, so it may not be necessary to resell ones self entirely.
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If you are able, I recommend eating a meal an hour before you have to report to the school, as you only get a little snack during the 5 hours you are there.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest improving communication and response times, providing clearer instructions for interview days, and streamlining the process for contacting state-specific advisors.
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Reaching your state-specific advisor is super-tedious, and my specific person could be rude at times.
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Let interviewees know to be sure to eat a hearty lunch before starting the presentations since there was really no break to sit down and eat something during the 5 hours (12-5pm) there.
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Return email can be a little slow. But the interview day was run very well.
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If there's any way to manage it, it would be really nice to know what time the actual interview woul
📍 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 out of state students.
What were your total hours spent traveling?
Most respondents spent 7+ 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 more than $500.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Eppley Airfield (OMA)
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Eppley
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Eppley Field
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Omaha
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Omaha-Eppley
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oma
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
The most commonly mentioned hotel is Best Western.
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Best Western
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Best Western Seville
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Best Western Seville Plaza
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Best Western on 30th
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Courtyard Downtown Omaha
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 are your comments on where you stayed?
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