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Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine

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Pasadena, CA

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

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.
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼

How did the interview impress you?

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.

What was the most interesting question?

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.

What was the most difficult question?

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.
🤝 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 5 or more 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.

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 average.

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents rank the facilities as below average.

What were your total hours spent traveling?

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 Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as average
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?

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.

What impressed you positively?

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.

What impressed you negatively?

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.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

The applicants did not provide any specific suggestions or feedback on what they wished they had known ahead of time.

What are your general comments?

Applicants did not provide any specific general comments or feedback.

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.
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