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University of Hartford College of Arts and Sciences Interview Feedback Summary

West Hartford, CT

Psychology Schools | Private Non-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ
SDN Interview Experience Score
6.5
Mixed

Mixed experience; organization and communication appear average with varied impressions and occasional stress.

Based on 13 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 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 good.
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 questions at medical schools include inquiring about preferred theoretical orientation and asking how someone close would describe the interviewee. These questions provide insight into the candidate's approach to patient care and personal qualities.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Hartford College of Arts and Sciences discussed the best and worst aspects of human nature.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Hartford College of Arts and Sciences discussed various inquiries, including ethical scenarios, personal challenges, and conflict resolution situations. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) with potential nondisclosure agreements in place based on the responses mentioning 'nondisclosure' or 'non-disclosure'.
โœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions โ–ผ

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents were neutral about their interview.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 5 or more 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 in a group 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.
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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 revisiting their application materials, researching the program or organization, and reviewing their personal statements. Many also mentioned refreshing their understanding of the program or position they were applying for.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the friendly and supportive faculty, as well as the enthusiasm of current students, which positively influenced their perception of the program. This led to an overall positive experience and an increased ranking of the school among the applicants.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed disappointment with the lack of financial support available and inconsistency in the interactions with faculty and students during the interview process, which made it difficult to gauge the program's overall environment and culture. Additionally, some applicants found group interviews to be ineffective and suggested improvements to provide a better understanding of the program.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants expressed a desire for more information on faculty resources and clinical placements, noting limited access to certain populations. They recommended researching these aspects thoroughly to ensure alignment with their academic and career goals.

What are your general comments?

Overall, applicants provided feedback on a half-day interview process consisting of group and individual interviews with faculty and current students. Some found the program more clinically-focused, while others felt unsure about pursuing it after the interview experience.
  • It was a half day interview (1pm - 5pm) which consisted of an introduction with all faculty, some current students, and all applicants. Then, applicants had two small group interviews (3 or 4 applicants) with a faculty member and a current student (they each lasted approx. 45 minutes) After that, each applicant met with either a faculty member or a current student for fifteen minutes (don't know about others but for me it was an opportunity to just ask questions about the program). There was also time to talk informally with current students about their experiences with the program. If research is your thing, then the program in not for you, but if you are interested in great clinical training definitely check the program out!
  • it did help in that it showed me that I actually did not want to go there, but it was bad because you left without the feeling that the program was really what you would want to pursue

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
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How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were discouraging about the school.
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What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

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 between $101 and $200.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
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Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
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How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as poor.
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Would you recommend the hotel?

No responses

What are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses

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