Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 32% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.
Most respondents were neutral 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 had average performance 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?
Based on the responses provided, the most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools were in the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format, where respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement. Questions varied but typically covered a range of topics in a structured format.
Students said most interesting question asked at Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine discussed involved a nondisclosure agreement due to the MMI format.
Students said most difficult question asked at Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine discussed involved topics restricted by a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) possibly related to an MMI format interview.
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?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing their application and information about the school, practicing both traditional and MMI interview questions through mock interviews to feel more confident and prepared. Some focused on traditional interview preparation and practicing MMI scenarios, while others emphasized understanding the school and not specifically preparing for MMI.
Applicants were positively impressed by the welcoming and friendly attitude of the people they encountered, the innovative curriculum, the high level of faculty investment in student success, the resources available, the focus on diversity, and the generous financial aid offered. They also appreciated the partnerships for research, service, clinical experience, and joint degrees, indicating a well-rounded and supportive environment.
All of the faculty at the school are highly invested in the success of the new student body. The faculty-to-student ratio is incredible, and there will be far more resources available then anyone could ever fully take advantage of. Partnerships have already been developed with entities around LA for research, service, clinical experience, and joint degrees. Admissions is very invested in building a diverse class. The curriculum has been designed with feedback from all levels of medical education to best prepare you to impress in clerkships and residency. Very generous financial aid.
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions regarding disorganization during interviews, the lack of wet lab facilities, and concerns about the newness of the school. Suggestions included improving organization during interviews, enhancing laboratory facilities, and addressing concerns about the school's newness to instill more confidence in prospective students.
The newness of the school is on everyone's mind, but the school has taken extraordinary steps to create a great school that they are confident will prepare students well.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office improve interview scheduling and coordination by using a single Zoom room for all students to streamline the process and ensure punctuality.
a lot of interviewers were late to the mmis unfortunately - maybe using a single Zoom room for students like other schools do it may be smoother.