Marian University Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine Interview Feedback Summary
Indianapolis, IN
Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 30% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview generally impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.6
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 160 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.
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 area’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.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about motivations for pursuing medicine (e.g., Why DO/why medicine, Why DO, Why osteopathic medicine), experiences demonstrating impact on others, challenges faced academically, ethical scenarios (particularly in MMI format with cultural/language barriers), and specific reasons for choosing the medical school or specialty. Some respondents mentioned being asked about their failures and the lessons learned, as well as addressing issues in their academic transcripts. It's worth noting that some interviews followed an MMI format, touching on ethical and cultural scenarios, and participants may have been bound by a nondisclosure agreement.
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Average Questions
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Why DO/why medicine
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Why DO
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Why MUCOM
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Why osteopathic medicine?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Marian University Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine discussed a range of topics including handling difficult patient experiences, integrating faith into medical practice, stress management, personal interests, ethical considerations such as advising on insurance, and possibly indicated an MMI format with a nondisclosure agreement in place.
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N/A
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Tell us about a difficult experience with a patient.
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How does your faith play into the role of a physician?
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What I do to relieve stress
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What do you like to do for fun?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Marian University Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine discussed included inquiries about contributing to the school/student body, personal strengths, uncomfortable scenarios like receiving a negative recommendation, and the number of schools applied to. Multiple responses mentioned an MMI format, suggesting a structured interview with scenarios, possibly under nondisclosure agreements.
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N/A
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What would you contribute to the school/student body?
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One of your strength
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MMI scenario
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Do you have any questions for me?
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 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 a closed 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.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by reviewing their application and school, practicing common interview questions, utilizing resources like SDN forums and online samples, conducting mock interviews, studying MMI scenarios, and brushing up on ethical knowledge. Many also emphasized the importance of being authentic and familiarizing themselves with the school's mission.
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Review application and school
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Reviewed common traditional interview questions and reread my application
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SDN
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Read online common questions
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SDN interview feedback, mock interviews, practice
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendly and supportive atmosphere of the school, the welcoming and conversational nature of the interview process, the inspirational speeches, new facilities, and the emphasis on student success and well-being. Many noted the school's service-oriented approach, forward-thinking curriculum, caring faculty, and the sense of community on campus. Suggestions included maintaining this positive atmosphere and continuing to prioritize student support and development.
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Friendlyness
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During presentations, staff and student panelists seemed honest and supportive
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Very kind, not trying to trip you up.
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The interview was very conversational
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The clear service-orientation of the college. Has religious roots but they do not push their religious beliefs on others. You can participate in their religious culture or avoid it altogether and they are okay with it.
What impressed you negatively?
Overall, applicants commonly expressed negative feedback regarding disengaged interviewers, lack of transparency in presenting school information, discrepancies between the admissions team and student perspectives, unenthusiastic students and staff, and a sense of bias in the student panel. Suggestions include improving interviewer engagement, ensuring transparency in information sharing, addressing discrepancies in messaging, and fostering a more enthusiastic and diverse atmosphere during interviews.
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None
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My interviewers seemed disengaged
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She seemed very sleepy and not very interested
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The first presentation was information that could be entirely found on the website
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There was a HUGE disconnect between what the admissions team was saying about the culture of the medical school and what the students said. They contradicted each other multiple times on issues such as student life, housing, and competitiveness. The admissions team was very deceptive when telling their averages of board passrates and rankings. THey would share data from multiples years previous and skip over the most recent years to try and shine a better light on the school than realistic. When asking the students why they chose that school, every single one said it was because they didn't get into an MD school. I am applying osteopathy because I love the principles of it, not because I couldn't get into an MD school, and the atmosphere was very much one of second-choice bitterness.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly expressed a wish for more insight into the relaxed and informal nature of the interview process, including the welcoming and non-intimidating atmosphere. Additionally, they emphasized the importance of being oneself and feeling prepared with comfortable footwear for any walking involved.
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None
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closed interview
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How nice everyone would be!
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Bringing comfortable walking shoes
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That the interviewers weren't evil, out to trick me or get me.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process at the school to be quick-paced and emphasized the importance of being concise in responses. They expressed a range of opinions from positive experiences with likable interviewers and a desire to attend, to negative experiences with cold interviewers and low student satisfaction, but overall felt the school had potential and offered a good experience.
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None
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Interview goes by very quickly with all of the questions they ask you, so be brief.
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I ended up liking the school a whole lot more than I thought I would. I really liked my interviewers and their focus on the community. Definitely moved up to be one of my top choices for DO.
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Honestly, I interviewed at 5+ medical schools, and this one ranked the very bottom. The interviewers came off very cold and all the student panel would speak about is how they could've gone to an MD school. Their scores are not great and if I were you I would not even apply here
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I think if you've gotten an interview invite: just be yourself and you will do great! They clearly have an interest in you :)
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Overall, applicants had positive feedback for the admissions office, with suggestions including breaking down complex questions during interviews, incorporating ice breakers to ease tension, and maintaining their current level of excellence. The consensus was that the admissions office is doing a great job and minimal changes are needed.
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The first question I had was more like 4 questions in 1 during my interview. It would’ve been better to divide that question into 4.
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Having ice breakers to make students feel more welcomed and at ease.
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Keep up the excellence :)
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Absolutely nothing. The admissions office is amazing.
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None, keep it up!
📍 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.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of state students.
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 Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
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IND
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Indianapolis
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Indianapolis International Airport
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n/a
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
The most commonly mentioned hotel among the responses is Drury.
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Candle wood suites
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Drury
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JW Marriott
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Sleep Inn & Suites
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n/a
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 are your comments on where you stayed?
No responses
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