Pittsburgh, PA
Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based
⭐ 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 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 osteopathic medicine, discussions on personal experiences influencing the journey to medicine, explanations on alignment with the school's mission, ethical scenarios related to medical practice, and general self-introduction linked to motivations for pursuing medicine. Some respondents may have participated in an MMI format interview and might be bound by a nondisclosure agreement regarding specific questions asked in the process.
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"I see [extracurricular activity/clinical experience] here, can you tell me a bit more about it and how it influenced your journey to medicine?
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"Why Osteopathic Medicine?"
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Ethical questions: one of your medical school friends is cheating, and a colleague is dealing with Alcohol addiction.
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Tell me about yourself and why medicine (specifically, Why Osteopathic medicine).
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What's something about DUQCOM's mission that stood out? (a lot of questions about the mission and why DUQCOM, what makes it unique to you, why apply there)
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine discussed scenarios such as balancing future roles, handling student DUI incidents as a Dean, and ethical dilemmas like sharing test answers.
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Any idea about what you will be doing in the future while staying within the role to give you a sense of accomplishment like a balance (for example, doctor in the morning, teaching/mentoring in the evening for me)
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What would I do as the Dean if a student received a DUI?
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If a fellow medical student were to ask you for the answers to a test, what would you say?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine discussed the one-word descriptions from family, friends, and self along with the most important term as a physician, as well as the skills and strengths they would bring to DUQCOM.
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The interview wasn't really difficult --> In one word, what would your family describe you as, what about your friends, and what about you yourself? And of these three words, which one is most important as a physician.
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What skills/strengths do you feel you will contribute to DUQCOM?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 3 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.
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 Admissions staff personnel
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 2-3 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 between $101 and $200.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
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PIT
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PGH
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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Marriott city center
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Cambria
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 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?
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Right near the school, good spot, decent price
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They have a student discount with Duquesne
✅ 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 practicing basic questions, researching the school and location, and ensuring they were familiar with their application details. Many emphasized the importance of being genuine and not sounding rehearsed, while some also mentioned conducting mock interviews to practice common questions.
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Practicing basic/common questions: Why DO? Why this school? Researched the school and the area (very important). Why Pittsburgh? Don't overdo it, just be yourself. They can tell if you're reading a script; be natural and let it flow on its own.
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Honestly, I mostly winged it. Didn't want to rehearse answers and sound like a robot. Learn everything you can about the school, and make sure to know everything you put on your application. After that, they truly just want to get to know you, so be yourself, as cliché as it sounds - it couldn't be more true.
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Practice questions/interviews
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Mock interview, looking at common questions
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the welcoming and supportive faculty and staff, as well as the state-of-the-art facilities and resources offered at the school. Many highlighted the personalized attention during the interview day and the emphasis on student success and well-being. Suggestions for improvement were not prominently mentioned.
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The whole day was dedicated to interviewees. Learned a lot about the school, what it offers, curriculum, etc. Really nice administration/faculty, brand new building and resources.
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Everyone was so nice and really wanted you to succeed. It is a really well-developed new school with so many clinical rotation sites. Literally have every single residency option there, you could do anything!!!
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Pretty much everything. The brand new building and technology are a HUGE plus, but mostly the faculty and staff were very welcoming and genuine. They have a clear vision of who they want to be and why they are doing it.
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The facilities, cadaver labs , holoanatomy, sim hospital
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The staff was SO friendly and interviews were conversational - I was stressed going into it but after my first one-on-one I felt so comfortable and relaxed.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were generally positive about their impressions, with one expressing slight concern about the school being new. Some mentioned the lack of student clubs, uncertainty around research opportunities, and the strict dress code as areas that left a negative impression. Suggestions included establishing student clubs, providing more research opportunities, and possibly reconsidering the dress code policy.
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Nothing
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Nothing, honestly. The interview only left positive impressions. The fact that it is a new school is the only doubt I have, but they put that mostly to rest with everything they presented on and showed us.
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No clubs for students yet, research is not guaranteed, dress code is business professjonal
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What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
No responses
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly emphasized the importance of thoroughly knowing their application and being prepared to address any potential issues. They also highlighted the significance of interview experiences, noting that a positive interview can make a significant difference, even when compared to more well-established institutions.
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Know your application in and out. Be ready to answer questions about your app - bad grades, withdrawal, if any, and whatnot.
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I've only been to two in person interviews so far, but this one was by far the better of the two, despite the other school being much more well established.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
No responses
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