Nashville, TN
Dental Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based HBCU
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 28% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview generally impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did well.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.3
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 215 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 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.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (77%)
Negatively (9%)
No change (15%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (35%)
Good (41%)
Average (22%)
Poor (3%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally provided feedback on the variability of interviewers, with some being abrasive while others were kind and supportive. They highlighted the school's welcoming environment, supportive staff and students, and the need for professional interview conduct.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I spoke with other applicants and the interview experience changes greatly by who is interviewing you. Some interviewers are pretty abrasive and/or tough, others are kind and gentle and just want to have a simple conversation with you to get to know you better. Their opinions of you are separate so if you do bad in one interview, it will not affect the opinion of the other and vice versa.
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The school needs to learn how to conduct interviews professionally--it is embarrasing when the person interviewing you is not professional!
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They staff and students really seem like a family and they support each other.
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All in all, the interview was fine. Questions were all general questions that were easy to answer.
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Great school!
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
29 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.1 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
100% One-on-One
0% Group Interview
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File Type:
96% Open-File
4% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
MMCSD-COMP interviews are an average of 29 minutes, with an average of 2.1 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 4% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the applicant's motivation for pursuing dentistry, their ability to handle stress, their academic performance, their unique qualities, and their future goals in the field. Some respondents mentioned questions related to their reasons for choosing a specific school like Meharry, their community involvement plans, and how they stand out from other applicants. It is worth noting that some responses hinted at an MMI format, and respondents may have been bound by a nondisclosure agreement during the interview process.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Tell me about yourself. Why should we choose you out of all of the other applicants? How did you hear about Meharry? Do you know any current students at Meharry?
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Where else did you interview?
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Can you explain why you got this grade in this class.
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How do you plan on paying for dental school?
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How will you pay for school
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry discussed a wide range of topics, including stress management, personal reflection, community involvement, and decision-making scenarios. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on responses that suggest a variety of questions were asked, possibly under a nondisclosure agreement, while some questions focused on personal attributes, career choices, and diversity-related scenarios.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How do you handle stress? What is the one word that truly reflects you? How do you stay organized?
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This was a real question. "You seem to have a very privileged upbringing, What do you know about the underserved community and how have you supported your community?"
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If you do not get accepted into dental school, what will you do next?
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None--they were all senseless questions
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How do you feel about politics?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN), school websites, mock interviews, and talking to current students. Many emphasized the importance of reviewing application materials, practicing common interview questions, and being authentic during the interview process.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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SDN, School's website, talking to current students and mock interview.
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SDN and asked current students.
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I did mock interviews with my advisor and a couple of friends.
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Mock interviews with professors at my college.
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My notes, my application, SDN, google and numerous interview feedback questions
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry discussed a wide range of topics, including conflict resolution, leadership qualities, personal impact on dentistry, and reasons for choosing the school. While some mentioned the interview being more conversational, others highlighted questions about dealing with adversity, academic performance, and unique personal attributes. Notably, some responses referenced an MMI format with questions related to nondisclosure agreements, implying a structured interview process with specific guidelines.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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"Tell me two situations where you had conflict and how did you resolve it?" And "Are you a leader?"
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Besides the history of the school, why else did you apply to Meharry?
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If you weren't able to hand this class in undergrad, why will you be able to handle this course in dental school?
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None of them were difficult. Just relax and be yourself, answer truthfully.
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Have you considered a Ph.D in chemistry?
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at the school, the sense of community and family among faculty and students, the supportive and caring attitude of staff, the hands-on approach to education, and the well-maintained facilities. Many also appreciated the diversity of the student body, the small class sizes, and the emphasis on creating a nurturing environment for learning and growth.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The interviewers were extremely nice and the interview was conversational. I felt really comfortable talking to them and they made me feel like they actually want me there.
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All of the community service they do
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I liked the Nashville area and the Meharry campus is pretty nice; they have done some renovations so it looks pretty good. The students seemed happy to be there which made me feel better about the school. Most of the faculty seem like they really care about the students and the work they do there. The clinic was not so bad either.
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The history about the school--designed to help the disadvantage get an education
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The family atmosphere and the new changes being made by the new dean.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the disorganization, outdated facilities, unprofessional conduct of some staff, lack of high-tech resources, need for repairs and upgrades, and challenging interview experiences. Suggestions included improving organization, updating facilities, enhancing staff professionalism, and providing a more supportive and welcoming environment for applicants.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing really. I wish we would've had the option to tour the school in person but nothing was negative.
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The campus and classrooms are old, but the clinical portion of the campus is renovated.
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The school seems to be highly disorganized which is scary. Some of the faculty seems harsh/distant. Some of the facilities are old. Little to no financial aid in scholarships. One of the interviewers had an abrasive personality and would ask questions in a weird manner which made that particular interview difficult. They phrased their questions in a confusing way and would also ask me a question but then answer their own question before I could. They would also ask a question but then ask another question in the same breath and would get confused if I tried to answer both questions.
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The so called Ms. C...something was very rude. She was asking me riduculous questions eg: How will you pay for school, do you have any life challenges that would prevent you from being able to graduate, have you considered a Ph.D in chemistry? What's the role of a teacher in the classroom? You've not being in school for a few years, how do you hope to cope with the school work?
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Nothing.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly expressed a wish to have known more about the school's history, the interview process, the campus size, and the area's safety and amenities. Suggestions included being prepared for the interview format, making travel arrangements in advance, and ensuring timely arrival for interviews.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/a
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I wish I knew more of the history of Meharry Medical College and how it started.
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Nothing
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Not to have applied--it was a total waste of money! I felt they waitlisted me because I said I was disadvantaged--she goes, "look around, dental school is like business"
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Nashville was bigger than I expected but nothing major.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?
0 = Low, 10 = High
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.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office should improve organization and communication, especially during the interview process, by providing clearer information and updates on application status. Additionally, they recommend avoiding questions about students' financial situations and providing more advanced notice for interview dates.
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Be better organized in general. The interview day was confusing and disorganized and applicants were not kept up-to-date on their status after interviews.
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Never ask students' how will you pay for school!
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More advanced warning in regards to interview date.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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BNA
69% interviewees used BNA (BNA), with 6% using BFN (BFN) and 6% using n/a (n/a) and 6% using Nashville (Nashville) and 6% using Nashville International (Nashville International) and 6% using Nashville International Airport (Nashville International Airport).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by airplane to the interview.
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53% Airplane
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41% Automobile
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3% Train or Subway
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3% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Millinium Maxwell House (average ranking 8.5/10), with some staying at Maxwell House (average rating 8/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Millinium Maxwell House
8.5/10
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Maxwell House
8/10
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Millenium Maxwell House
5/10
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Admissions staff (4%)
Faculty member (2%)
Other (2%)
Student (91%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (74%)
Neutral (26%)
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