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Georgia State University College of Arts & Sciences Interview Feedback Summary

Atlanta, GA

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.5
Good

Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.

Based on 20 responses
Score Reference:
9โ€“10 Exceptional 8โ€“8.9 Very Good 7โ€“7.9 Good 6โ€“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.

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 as average compared to 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 average.
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 areaโ€™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.
๐Ÿ’ฌ Interview Questions โ–ผ

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 fit for the program and reasons for wanting to attend that specific institution. Additionally, applicants may be asked about their motivations for pursuing a medical career and their interest in the field.

What was the most interesting question?

No responses

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Georgia State University College of Arts & Sciences discussed challenges faced in research.
โœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions โ–ผ

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 3 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.
No responses

Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at the school.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by thoroughly researching the program and professors, including reading their articles and publications, and trying to relax to ease any nerves before the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were positively impressed by the happiness of the students, the strong level of collaboration and support among professors and students, and the bright faculty members contributing to building a strong department. They suggest continuing to foster a supportive and collaborative environment to enhance the overall experience for students.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the quality of students and the clinical program. They suggested enhancing the selection criteria for students and improving the overall structure and effectiveness of the clinical program.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants expressed a desire to have known more about community psychology before applying, suggesting that gaining a deeper understanding of this field would have been beneficial in preparing for their application process.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally appreciated the program's focus on diversity but expressed concerns about the location and desired a slightly less research-oriented approach.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
๐Ÿ“ On-Site Experience โ–ผ

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 between $301 and $400.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
No responses

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?

No responses

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