Independence, OH
Podiatry Schools | Public Non-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 23% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.
⭐ 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 low 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 handling stress, managing study time for exams like the MCAT, explaining lower grades or MCAT scores, discussing shadowing experiences, reasons for choosing podiatry over other medical fields, and motivations for pursuing podiatry and specific schools. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview), as some responses suggest nondisclosure agreements regarding specific questions asked during the process.
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How did you study for the MCAT?
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If you had 10 million dollars, and had to spend it on yourself, how would you spend it?
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Why Podiatry instead of MD or DO?
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Can you explain your low MCAT score and how you changed your studying when your retook it?
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Have you taken human anatomy or microbiology before?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine discussed a wide range of topics including surgeries shadowed, personal descriptions by friends, field research projects, hobbies, and qualities observed in podiatrists. While some respondents mentioned standard interview questions, others discussed unique inquiries like favorite books and movies, emphasizing a diverse set of topics explored during the interview process.
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What kinds of surgeries or procedures have to shadowed before?
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How would your friends describe you?
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If your best friend was sitting in here, how would they describe you?
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I was asked about a field research project I worked on in Costa Rica
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What are your hobbies?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including explaining grades, overcoming adversity, adjusting study habits, and choosing between different healthcare professions. While some respondents mentioned a laid-back interview experience with no particularly challenging questions, others highlighted inquiries about grades, studying habits, and personal growth. Additionally, the format seemed to involve multiple mini interviews (MMI) with some respondents indicating limited question variety and shorter durations.
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If I could invite 4 people to dinner (dead or alive) who would it be and why?
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I honestly had no difficult questions. It was so laid-back. No "situation" questions; no "biggest weakness" questions. Nothing stress-inducing at all.
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None of the questions were too difficult
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What was you least favorite course?
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Explaining why I got this grade/trend of grades.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 15 minutes or less.
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.
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 airplane 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 Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
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SLC to CLE
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LGA
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Cleveland-Hopkins
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Cleveland international
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Cleveland Hopkins International
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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Wyndham
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Skyline
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Sheraton Independance (4 star hotel at 89 a night)
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Residence Inn
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Marriot
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?
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Paid for by the school if you live 40+ miles away from campus.
✅ 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 utilizing resources such as SDN forums, mock interviews, and reviewing their application materials and personal statements. The common suggestion was to thoroughly research the school, practice answering potential questions, and ensure a good understanding of one's motivation for pursuing podiatry.
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SDN and mock interviews
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Reading SDN feedback and preparing for questions in advance.
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Overkill. Read Podiatry Today magazines to familiarize myself with procedures, but they didn't ask about any of that. Also read Qs here on SDN, which is accurately reflective of the interview.
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The interview feedback in sdn was very helpful. I also got advice from the DPM i shadowed and a current student at Kent
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SDN
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of the student ambassadors, interviewers, faculty, and staff at Kent State. They appreciated the welcoming atmosphere, high-tech facilities, and the genuine interest shown in ensuring their success. Suggestions included highlighting the collaborative nature of students, the top-notch anatomy lab, and the school's strong emphasis on student support services.
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Kent State's student ambassadors were amazingly helpful. They were both tour guides and available to answer questions. I appreciated their honesty when answering questions the most. I felt they were passionate about Kent State but not enough to cloud their judgement about the school or their experiences. They also pride themselves on their family-like community which was evident in the tour. Everyone said "hello" to one another, even the professors.
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How friendly the interviewers were.
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How absolutely friendly everyone was; how much tutoring and assistance they offer; how beautiful the campus and surrounding areas were; how well they set up the itinerary for the interview.
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The people who interviewed me where very friendly and made me feel comfortable.
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Faculty and Students were very nice and welcoming
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were concerned about the lack of information provided on board pass rates and residency placements, high tuition fees, limited scholarship opportunities, and the school's location and facilities. Suggestions included improving transparency on outcomes, updating facilities and information, and enhancing the interview process to better reflect the school's strengths and challenges.
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The school itself is fairly small. I also read that the interview was very laid-back with relaxed, fun questions but my interviewer was definitely more interested in my transcript than I'd been prepared for. It was still pretty relaxed but not as personable as I'd anticipated.
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Nothing at all.
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Nothing at all. Great school and great interview process.
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nothing
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What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wish they had known ahead of time that the interviews were very relaxed and conversational, and that there was no need to stress. They also recommend being prepared for a long day, wearing comfortable shoes for the campus tour, and considering renting a car for transportation.
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Don't be so stressed out
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What questions I would be asked and the interview took place over Microsoft teams, so if you have a MacBook make sure you download the Teams app or use google chrome, Teams does not open in Safari.
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That there's nothing to worry about. The tour/walking around campus before the interview helps get the jitters out. Everyone seemed excited to meet with us.
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There is no need to stress! They just want to get to know more about you as a person beyond your application
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That it was a very relaxed interview and nothing to stress about
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally had positive experiences at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, praising the friendly and welcoming environment, helpful staff, and well-prepared student ambassadors. Some comments highlighted the school's facilities, student positivity, and opportunities for success, while others mentioned concerns about class sizes and admissions criteria.
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This interview has been my favorite out of all of them. It definitely has the unfair advantage of being in person but their presentations and student ambassadors were well-prepared. The environment at Kent State is how they described in the admissions presentation: friendly, welcoming and a family. They also didn't focus on comparing themselves to other programs a lot which I also respected and appreciated.
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The school and program seem amazing. Every staff member I have interacted with so far have been extremely helpful and friendly. It seems like they really set students up for success. A list of all the questions/topics I was asked in the interview: -How did you prepare for the MCAT -An interesting shadowing experience that stood out -How my previous teaching job relates to podiatry -Asked about my grades and my studying methods -Why podiatry -Why Kent State -Asked about work experience -How would I work to improve my grades/adjust to the curriculum at KSUCPM -How would your friends describe you -If I could invite four people to dinner who would it be and why
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Interview day at Kent was a really fun experience. We got to do a suturing workshop afterward, and met with a lot of students. Please do not be like me and stress yourself out beforehand. You will enjoy it. Also, guests are allowed to come.
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Just be yourself and be honest
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Really enjoyed the interview, everyone was very nice
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants overwhelmingly praised the admissions office for their helpfulness, kindness, and professionalism in conducting interviews and providing information about campus life. Some minor suggestions included improving printed materials and ensuring tour guides do not speak negatively about other programs.
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Continue with your amazing interview process!
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Keep doing what you're doing! I loved this experience.
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None. They did very well in setting up and running the interview day. I got a very good sense of campus life and what Kent State has to offer.
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I have none
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Printed out info slides could have been in smaller font and used less pages.
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