University of Guelph Ontario Veterinary College
Guelph, ON
Veterinary 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 based on user responses include inquiries about reasons for pursuing veterinary medicine, personal motivations for choosing the school, experiences in the field, handling conflicts, career aspirations, and knowledge of veterinary organizations. Some respondents mentioned being asked questions related to the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format, indicating a focus on confidentiality and nondisclosure agreements during the interview process.
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MMI confidentiality agreement
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Can't disclose
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What made you choose this school?
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What were your daily duties when you worked on the beef cattle farm?
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Why do you want to become a veterinarian?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Guelph Ontario Veterinary College discussed various scenarios such as experiences at slaughter facilities, views on different cultures, handling conflicts, and summer reading materials. These questions reflect a focus on candidates' ethical beliefs, interpersonal skills, and intellectual curiosity during the interview process.
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Had I ever been to a slaughter facility?
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How do you feel about cultures that eat dogs?
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Describe a situation where you had to work or live with someone you didn't get along with and how you handled it.
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What books have you read over the summer?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of Guelph Ontario Veterinary College discussed various topics including reasons for choosing the school, ethical beliefs, veterinary licensing requirements, handling stress, and recalling specific case details. This suggests a range of interview questions related to personal motivations, ethical considerations, professional requirements, stress management, and clinical knowledge were commonly asked during the admissions process.
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What made you apply to this school in particular?
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Remembering specific details about cases.
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Do you believe you are an ethical person and why?
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What do veterinary school graduates have to do to become licensed?
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How do you deal with stress?
🤝 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 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.
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 4-6 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 Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
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n/a
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Toronto international
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Toronto
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LaGuardia - Buffalo
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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Marriott
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Holiday Inn Guelph
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Delta
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Days inn
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Best Western
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?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by engaging in mock interviews, conducting online research for sample questions and current affairs, seeking advice from colleagues who had recent interviews, and utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN) for guidance. Additionally, candidates focused on practicing general interview questions, ensuring they could support the information provided in their application, and studying key veterinary topics such as vaccination schedules, animal behavior, and ethical issues in the field.
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Mock MMI by the Future Vets Club, online research (current affairs, etc.)
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sample questions online
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Spoke with colleagues who had recent interviews.
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Questions from the SDN, conversations with the admissions department.
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Practiced general grad school interview questions.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendliness and genuine interest shown by interviewers, alumni, and faculty members. They appreciated the welcoming and courteous environment, as well as the personalized attention given to their applications and experiences. Suggestions include maintaining this positive atmosphere and continuing to show interest in applicants' backgrounds.
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all the alumni and profs involved with interviews, degree of thought put into mmi scenarios
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Friendliness, seemed interested genuinely
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The easy going manner of the interviewers.
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Everyone was very welcoming and courteous.
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That they had my application printed and in front of them during the interview and were genuinely interested in hearing more about my experiences. Elizabeth Lowenger, the diversity and career coordinator at the dean's office met with me and my dad while we were waiting beforehand to give me more info about the school, clubs, and other students. She was so nice and friendly and I enjoyed talking to her so much before the interview that I didn't have a chance to get nervous at all.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed frustration with lack of preparation, disorganization, short notice for interviews, and poor communication. Suggestions include improving scheduling, providing adequate notice for interviews, and enhancing overall organization and communication to create a more positive impression on applicants.
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They were not prepared. I didn't get to meet with professors or many students. It was not organized. No free parking for visitors.
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the "don't smile" policy
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nothing
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Nothing.
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I had less than a week's notice for my interview, so my travel plans were rushed, which made the flight very expensive.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wish they had known about specific interview formats or procedures in advance to better prepare themselves. It is essential to research the specific requirements and formats of interviews to avoid any surprises or misunderstandings during the application process.
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I was not aware that international students were not interviewed in the MMI format, which I had been preparing for instead!
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Nothing.
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly shared feedback about the lack of clarity on interview processes for international students compared to Canadian residents, with some noting differences in interview formats. Many found the experience positive overall but highlighted the need for more specific information regarding the interview process to better prepare for it.
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The webpage that discusses the interview process does NOT mention that international students are interviewed differently. I thought it would be MMI, but it consisted of more general questions about my experiences and myself.
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Overall, a great experience!
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I interviewed as an international student, so my interview was like most with two interviewers. Ontarians go through a Multiple Mini Interview process which uses eight standardized scenarios and should be prepared for differently.
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I interviewed as an international student. I believe that interviews for Canadian residents are performed in a completely different format.
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Overall my experience was positive. I have two females interviewing me. Some of the questions they asked me were as follows: How do you feel about the use of animals in research?, What was the most interesting thing that you saw while volunteering?, describe some of the books that you read this summer?, How can you tell if an animal is stressed? Why do you think that you will make a good vet? , How do you deal with stress?, What hours do large animal vets work? What are the responsibiliites of the large animal vet?
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly recommend that the admissions office address time delays around holidays and expedite course approval processes, along with improving response times to emails, especially avoiding late responses.
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There are significant time delays around the holidays (applications due Jan 1) and course approvals can take months.
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Answer emails faster - and not at 4:45pm!
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