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 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 areaโs cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
๐ฌ Interview Questions โผ
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
Most respondents were asked about their reasons for choosing the school, study habits, pharmacy experience, and how they would handle a situation involving academic dishonesty. Additionally, some responses suggest the interviews may have been in an MMI format with possible nondisclosure agreements in place.
Students said most interesting question asked at Harding University College of Pharmacy discussed definitions of success and favorite cartoon characters.
Students said most difficult question asked at Harding University College of Pharmacy discussed situational innovation, positive work experiences in pharmacy, and reasons for selection, suggesting a focus on past experiences, skills, and personal motivations in interviews.
Tell me of a situation where you did something to innovate
Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 1 person.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as low 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 ensuring a good night's sleep, practicing with questions from various sources beyond SDN, and emphasizing the importance of being oneself during the interview. Many also mentioned using Student Doctor Network (SDN) as a resource to read forums and gain insight into the interview process.
Sleep well the night before. 3/4 of the questions were not on SDN so prepare by practicing with other school questions. BE YOURSELF! They know you're nervous, but it will benefit you to try not to be nervous. They don't bite. They are really nice!
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the helpfulness and efficiency of the staff, from admissions to faculty, with quick responses to inquiries and a well-organized process. The positive interactions with students, faculty, and administration left a lasting impression on applicants, who appreciated the cordial and welcoming atmosphere of the school.
the school is great, the students are very helpful as well as the admissions office. they made us try coats to get our sizes.
Applicants were disappointed by the incomplete pharmacy building and uncertainty regarding class locations. They suggested providing clear communication about facilities and course arrangements to manage expectations better.
The actual pharmacy building was not yet completed. I wasn't sure where I would be attending classes.
Many applicants wished they had known about the group interview in advance, as it caught them off guard and they were not adequately prepared for it. They suggested that organizations clearly communicate all stages of the interview process to candidates to avoid surprises and help them better prepare.
that there was a group interview on top of the one on one interview
Applicants generally praised the new school for its exceptional faculty and staff, highlighting their approachability and engaging personalities as standout qualities.
This is a new school but is light years ahead of the rest when it comes to personality and approachability of the faculty and staff.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly praised the admissions office for their excellent communication and timely responses, suggesting that the office should continue their good work in maintaining strong, consistent contact with students throughout the admissions process.
Keep up the good work! I have never met an office staff that kept in contact with the students so well and in a timely manner.