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Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

Glendale, AZ

Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private For-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 27% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.
⭐ 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 average 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?

Based on the responses provided, medical school interview questions often revolve around ethical dilemmas in healthcare, reasons for pursuing medicine and osteopathic medicine, experiences with physicians, challenges faced in academics and personal life, views on healthcare reform, and personal qualities. While some interviews included questions on specific research projects or clinical experiences, others touched on personal interests, stress management, and hypothetical scenarios. Overall, a diverse range of questions were asked, reflecting the multifaceted nature of the medical school interview process.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University discussed a wide range of topics, including eradicating diseases, personal motivations for pursuing medicine, ethical scenarios, superpowers, and hypothetical dinner guest scenarios. The interview questions varied from discussing study habits, selfish reasons for pursuing medicine, patient scenarios, ethical dilemmas, and personal influences, with some responses alluding to the interview format possibly being an MMI with non-disclosure agreements in place.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University discussed various ethical scenarios, including patient preferences based on race, vaccination mandates, and handling ethical dilemmas like patient suicides. The interview format may have been an MMI with nondisclosure agreements, and common questions touched on ethical challenges, personal motivations for medicine, and views on healthcare policies and practices.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 3 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 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.
📍 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 4-6 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 $401 and $500.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either at a hotel or with friends or family.

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?

Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources such as mock interviews, Student Doctor Network (SDN) for feedback and questions, reviewing their applications, and researching the school. Many also practiced with friends or family, read about healthcare topics or ethics, and sought guidance from current students or professionals in the field.

What impressed you positively?

The most common feedback shared by applicants is that they were positively impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at the school, the modern and state-of-the-art facilities, the high board pass rates, the campus setting, and the students' enthusiasm for the program. Many also appreciated the open-door policy of the faculty, the laid-back interview process, and the emphasis on student success and well-being. Suggestions include continuing to maintain a supportive and cooperative learning environment, expanding on research opportunities, and further enhancing the curriculum to prepare students for board exams and clinical rotations.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about high tuition costs, lack of integrated curriculum, large class sizes, exam frequency, lack of enthusiasm among students, limited clinical opportunities, unstructured rotations, disorganized interview days, long wait times, lack of student involvement in tours, limited campus facilities, lack of diversity, hot weather, and the need for improved campus amenities. Suggestions included providing more information about the curriculum, enhancing student engagement, improving clinical rotations, reducing downtime during interviews, offering more structured rotations, and enhancing campus facilities.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly expressed a wish to have known more about the interview structure, the conversational and laid-back nature of the interview, and the need to be concise in responses. Many also mentioned the high tuition costs and the amount of downtime during the interview day as points of interest.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally had positive experiences during the interview day at AZCOM, with many noting the low-stress environment and friendly interviewers. The school received praise for its facilities, student atmosphere, and high board scores, but some concerns were raised about the cost of tuition and the lack of information provided during the tour.
  • They did a great job in making us feel welcome and lowering the stress of the interview.
  • Conducted virtual interviews, utilized zoom breakout rooms, organized day, strict 30 min limit on zoom
  • Laid back interview from DO and PhD at the same time. Both were very kind and seemed to genuinely want to get to know me. No stressful questions.
  • good school. great turn around time. notified i was accepted within 2 days of interviewing.
  • best DO school i have seen. beats some MD schools. Interview group was of the highest quality, very smart crowd. The faculty was caring. Students were happy with their atmosphere

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggest providing more engaging and timely communication, reducing downtime during the interview day, improving the tour experience with student interactions, and being transparent about costs and program details. Additionally, they recommend enhancing the interview experience by offering more interactive activities and ensuring consistent updates on application status.