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Miami University (Ohio) College of Arts & Science Interview Feedback Summary

Oxford, OH

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 poor.
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 poor.
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 "Why Miami?" as well as various other questions that assess applicants' motivations, experiences, and suitability for the program. Some respondents may have experienced an MMI format interview and may be subject to a nondisclosure agreement regarding specific questions asked.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Miami University (Ohio) College of Arts & Science discussed the lack of typical interview questions and the relaxed nature of the day, with a focus on activities in free time.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Miami University (Ohio) College of Arts & Science discussed the reasons for choosing Miami and emphasized the importance of impressing each interviewer with a compelling answer.
โœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions โ–ผ

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 4 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.
No responses

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 statement of purpose, reading articles related to the program, and familiarizing themselves with the program's curriculum and philosophy. They also emphasized the importance of thoroughly knowing the program details to ask specific questions during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the welcoming and laid-back interview atmosphere that focused on getting to know them better, as well as the exceptional facilities and the kindness and enthusiasm of the staff.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed that they were not negatively impressed by anything, but some mentioned concerns about the rough location with limited amenities around the school. Suggestions included improving the surrounding area to enhance the overall experience for students.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known about the lack of racial diversity in Oxford and that the program was more focused on clinical practice than coursework.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally praised the beautiful and new facilities, the down-to-earth faculty and grad students, and the wonderful campus of the school. They also expressed overall satisfaction with the program and described it as great.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should consider offsetting some interview costs to alleviate financial burdens on students, especially those who have to travel long distances. However, they appreciated the option of having graduate student hosts as a cost-saving measure.
๐Ÿ“ On-Site Experience โ–ผ

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?

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 $301 and $400.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Dayton International Airport (DAY)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
No responses

How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as average
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

No responses

What are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses

All Responses

Application Cycle โ–ฟ Impression Performance Interview Location
2010-11 Positively ๐Ÿ™‚ Good N/A
2009-10 Positively ๐Ÿ™‚ Great N/A