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Mercer University School of Medicine

Macon, GA

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 22% 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 revolve around personal motivations for pursuing medicine, future career goals, experiences in healthcare, understanding of rural medicine, ability to handle challenges as a physician, study habits, and reasons for choosing a specific school. Some respondents mentioned questions related to Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) format, application specifics, and nondisclosure agreements.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Mercer University School of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including rural health outcomes, personal goals in 10 years, musical instrument preferences, handling difficult patient scenarios, and reasons for choosing the institution over others. While there were various unique questions, the interview format may have included MMI as some responses hinted at a nondisclosure agreement due to the nature of the questions asked.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Mercer University School of Medicine discussed scenarios like breaking bad news to patients, ethical dilemmas, and personal motivations for pursuing medicine. While some responses indicated a conversational interview style, others highlighted challenging ethical scenarios and questions related to commitment, altruism, and problem-solving in healthcare, with no specific mention of MMI format or nondisclosure agreements.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.

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 2-3 hours traveling to the interview.

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 less than $100.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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?

No responses
✅ 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 practicing commonly asked questions, reading school websites and materials, reviewing their applications, and seeking advice from resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN) and mock interviews. Many also focused on understanding the school's mission and curriculum, as well as reflecting on their personal motivations for pursuing a career in medicine.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and warmth of the staff, faculty, and students at the school, creating a welcoming and supportive environment. They also highlighted the small class sizes, problem-based learning curriculum, and the close-knit community at the school as positive aspects that stood out during their interactions and experiences.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about inconsistent interview experiences, including feeling grilled or discouraged by interviewers, lack of clarity on the interview format, and disorganized scheduling. Many noted underwhelming facilities and technology, limited campus resources, and unfavorable impressions of the school's locations. Suggestions included improving interviewer training, providing more transparent communication about schedules, enhancing facilities, and offering more comprehensive campus tours.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known more details about the interview format, the focus on volunteer work, and the relaxed nature of the interview. They also mentioned the importance of being prepared with a fun fact, knowing the school's mission, and being aware of potential evaluation points during lunch interactions.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview experience at MUSM to be low-stress and informative, with positive interactions with faculty, staff, and students. However, there were mixed feelings about specific interviewers, with some feeling uncomfortable or under pressure, while others had conversational and comfortable interviews. Overall, the school received praise for its laid-back environment, supportive staff, and emphasis on fit with their curriculum and mission.
  • I was happy with how my interview day went. However, I did seem to get interviewers that were a tad bit newer to MUSM. They tended to just ask questions, opposed to what I heard about it feeling like a conversation. Throughout the interview, we all seemed to get a more comfortable, so everything still went fine.
  • Wonderful staff!
  • Most people seemed to have a good experience, but I was unhappy with my interviewer and how things unfolded. I did not perform well, and I usually perform under pressure, but the specific interviewer I had was blunt and made me uneasy.
  • Overall, really enjoyed my interview day. There was only 5 total for the interview day which has been the smallest group I have experienced so far.
  • I was overall impressed with the Interview Day at MUSM. They provided such a laidback environment that even if you went into the interview full of nervousness, you wouldn't leave that way!

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office provide more detailed explanations of the admissions process, including committee meeting times and decision-making procedures, while also emphasizing friendliness and clear communication throughout the interview and financial aid processes.