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Loyola University College of Arts & Sciences Interview Feedback Summary

Chicago, IL

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ

How do you rank the facilities?

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 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 interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about applicants' strengths, with a focus on standard questions aiming to assess their qualities and attributes.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Loyola University College of Arts & Sciences discussed were varied, including inquiries about ethics, personal experiences, and problem-solving scenarios. It appears that the interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on responses referencing nondisclosure agreements.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Loyola University College of Arts & Sciences discussed the question "Why you?" which may reflect a common prompt in interviews to elaborate on personal strengths and motivations.
โœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions โ–ผ

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt positively about their interview.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 3 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 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.
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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 extensively researching the program, faculty interests, and the PI's research. They also focused on developing thoughtful questions to gain further insight during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the positive and collaborative atmosphere at the program, highlighting the friendliness of faculty and students, as well as the supportive and approachable nature of the community. Additionally, the responsiveness to student needs and requests, as well as the informative and helpful information sessions, left a strong positive impression on applicants.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed disappointment with the lack of interaction with interviewees and the absence of campus tours. They also mentioned concerns about financial aid, outdated facilities, and a general sense of not feeling fully engaged or informed during the admissions process.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known about the group interview process, how students are selected for admission, and the competitiveness of the applicant pool. Many also advised not to over-prepare, be aware of the high number of applicants interested in the same area, and manage expectations of potential rejection despite feeling well-suited for the program.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview experience positive but exhausting due to the long duration, and expressed uncertainty regarding the criteria for acceptance.

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 Admissions staff personnel

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

What were your total hours spent traveling?

Most respondents spent 7+ 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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Friends or family or with friends or family.

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 good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

Most respondents would recommend their hotel.

What are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses

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