East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy
Johnson City, TN
Pharmacy Schools | Public 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 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 the applicant's reasons for pursuing pharmacy, their preparation for pharmacy school, their interest in specific specialties, how they handle teamwork and ethical dilemmas, their extracurricular activities, and their future goals in the pharmacy profession. Some respondents mentioned questions related to the MMI format, suggesting they might have been under a nondisclosure agreement during their interviews.
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For exam you work in the group project, and one student decides not to participate, what would u do?
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Tell me about yourself and what brings me to ETSU?
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what have i done to prepare for pharmacy school?
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what specialty was i interested in?
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why didn't i apply to my undergrad school which had a great pharmacy school?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy discussed a variety of topics, including future career aspirations, perceptions of the pharmacy field, reflections on past experiences, and ethical scenarios. While specific questions varied, there was no mention of an MMI format or nondisclosure agreements in the responses provided.
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what specialty was i interested in?
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Probably when they asked about where I see pharmacy going.
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Where do you see pharmacy ten years from now?
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Think back on your experiences volunteering in pharmacy, what are some positive and negative traits of the pharmacists you worked with? What traits would you like to have?
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Tell me about an experience or task you performed, personal or professional, that you wish you could do over.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy discussed a range of topics including leadership traits, preparedness for pharmacy school, ethical scenarios, future of the pharmacy profession, and personal reflections. Some responses mentioned ethical dilemmas like witnessing theft, while others focused on situational judgments and self-awareness. Note that the interview may have been in MMI format based on references to ethical questions and the need for nondisclosure agreements.
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None were really difficult in my opinion.
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What traits make you a good leader? or What traits would make you a great pharmacist?
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What are some current issues relating to Pharmacy? (my mind went blank :( )
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Do you think that you are well prepared to join a rigorous pharmacy school with only having minimal shadowing hours and virtually no pharmacy experience?
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Have you ever been in a situation where things did not go as planned?
🤝 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 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.
No responses
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?
Most respondents spent 2-3 hours 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 less than $100.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
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SFO to CLT to TRI city regional airport
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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Red Roof Inn - 10 mins away from the school
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Red Roof
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Motel 6
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Courtyard Marriott
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Courtyard Johnson City (Marriott)
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?
Many applicants prepared for the interview by using Student Doctor Network (SDN) for feedback and standard interview questions, practicing out loud with friends, and conducting mock interviews. They also researched the school's website and engaged with current students to gain insights into the program.
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sdn and practice outloud
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talked with current students from the school. they really help you figure out if ETSU is a place that you want to go to.
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I read SDN feedback, and looked up standard interview questions.
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Read all questions listed on SDN, then made basic notes on my answers. Thought about other possible questions. Practiced out loud.
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SDN, practice with friends
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the staff, faculty, and students during their visit. They appreciated the personal approach, friendliness, and low-stress environment of the interview process, as well as the modern facilities and connections to other medical institutions on campus.
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All the staffs were there to greet and welcome you. very nice setting school. country side looking and nice clean looking school. surround with other medical schools. The dean states that he's a saleman, and he will make sure to provide us the best outfit to prepare us for future career and marketable by offering dual programs and such....He wants us to well spent our money and our 4 years at school
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the faculty, interviewers, students, admissions office who were all there during the interview day. they really make you feel special and welcomed. the building is warm and welcoming as well.
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the dean greeted me the moment I walked in the hallway. He then gave us the presentation about the school history.The dean and all staff are extremely friendly. the school are in the property of government and that why my gps could not find the school location.
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The facilities are very nice, and a it's a pretty cool building.
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The whole process was very low stress. They just really want to see who you are. The sim lab is great!
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the school's location, lack of nearby amenities, high tuition costs, interview experiences, and potential job market pressures. Suggestions include improving campus surroundings, addressing accreditation status, providing more transportation options, and ensuring a welcoming and professional interview atmosphere.
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nothing really. the weather was cold that day. the location of the school isn't the best either. there isn't much in that area of the state.
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I didn't like the fact that everyone was so concerned about jobs. I know it's something we should be worried about, but it seemed like a really really big deal to them. Almost made me think that people graduating are having trouble finding jobs.
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Nothing
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Nothing. They went above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome.
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The interviewer was a male teacher, not from the pharmacy school, he sat through the entire interview with his arms crossed...
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the area and facilities of the location beforehand, including the presence of major stores and the standard technology used in pharmacies. Additionally, they highlighted the interview process, with suggestions such as better directions, awareness of residency opportunities, and the observation that many candidates brought family members to the interview.
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i was told by others that johnson city is a rural area. I had to drive along the mountain from ashville NC to johnson city. my first impression about the area told by others is that the area is poor and rural, may be there are not many places around. However, when i get there, i really like the city. It has major stores that a city has. this area is so associated with poverty. pharmacies use same technology standard that is used in a city
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Nothing.
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Nothing
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How the interviews are laid out---> I had two interviews: 1) one-on-one with a faculty member, lasted 30 minutes, very laid-back, open file 2) one-on-one with a student, lasted 30 minutes, closed file, extremely laid back
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Better directions
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally provided positive feedback about the Gatton College of Pharmacy, highlighting the caring and supportive environment, impressive statistics, and engaging interview process. Some mentioned specific details such as the campus facilities, individualized attention during interviews, and the welcoming atmosphere created by faculty and students.
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I don't really like how the school was founded. The story was basically that , the state of Tennessee didn't want another pharmacy school. So they raised the money themselves to build one. They try to make it sound all great and everything, but I don't know. They talked a lot about saturation problems in the field, but they're clearly one of the causes.
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I was really impressed by the school and everyone at the interview. They all seem to really care about why you are getting into pharmacy and where they fit into your plans.
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For me this was a great fit as they focus on you the student and seem to care about their students and potential future students. Great positive vide from everyone at the Gatton College of Pharmacy! If you are interested in practing rural healthcare it is the best but if you desire to live in NYC or another huge city I would look to a school that caters to those types of careers. I was impressed by the statistics of the first graduating class from a boards pass rate, job statistics, and residency placements! Dean Calhoun is an inspirational individual and got me fired up to be apart of ETSU & Gatton College of Pharmacy! I can't wait to start in the fall 2011!
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Guests are allowed, so I brought my sister and mother. We mingled in the lobby on the ground floor until we started at 8:30. The dean, who is a humorous fellow, opened for us with a few encouraging words. Everyone was classified as either Group A, B or C. That made the difference on what activity you would be doing when. I had my interview with the instructor first, which was nice to get it out of the way. It was an open fil interview. She was very welcoming and warm and the questions did not feel like interview questions, just her personally inquiring things about me. This is where you need to be yourself. After around 20 minutes, she released me back to the student lounge where I waited for the campus tour. They showed us their simulation lab (soo cool, one of the 3 schools in the country to have one) where they can perform simulations along with the nursing and medical students about how to treat patients effectively. Then we went back to the student lounge to wait for our last interviewers to come and get us. The last interview was conducted by a student of the pharmacy school, who was very down to earth and acted like he really wanted to find out who you are and whether or not you would fit at the school. My student interview was closed file. After that interview, I found my family and waited until the financial aid section started, and then after that the schools student affairs person went over everything required for matriculation. They then served us Chick-fil-a. Overall, a good day. I felt very welcome at the event.
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The campus was vrey nice, next door to the medical school.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants overwhelmingly praised the admissions office for their responsiveness and efficiency, noting that it positively influenced their decision to attend the institution. Many felt that the office's professionalism and effectiveness in handling applications reflected the overall experience they could expect as students.
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Fantastic operation from application to acceptance! The responsiveness from the admissions lead me to believe that this is how I would be treated during my 4 years at ETSU! And a major reason why I am choosing to attend.
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