Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy
Baltimore, MD
Pharmacy Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based
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⭐ 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?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about overcoming weaknesses, describing challenges faced, defining professionalism, discussing personal goals and motivations for pursuing pharmacy, assessing teamwork skills, and sharing experiences related to pharmacy practice. Some respondents mentioned an MMI format, suggesting a structured interview process with potential nondisclosure agreements in place for confidentiality.
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Describe a situation whereby you overcame a challenge
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What are your weaknesses and what strategies have you used to overcome them?
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What does professionalism mean to you?
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Tell me about yourself
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Why Notre Dame
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy discussed a range of topics, including future aspirations, motivations, career choices, and personal reflections. These questions reflect a holistic approach to assessing candidates beyond academic qualifications.
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The interview is now over. What would you like us to leave with?
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If I have money and time what I would like to do with those?
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Why did you choose pharmacy over medical school?
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What do you think a pharmacist actually does?
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Purpose of life?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy discussed a range of topics including reasons for choosing the school, other applications, negatives of pharmacy, role models, challenges faced, failures, and convincing a family member about Western medicine without evidence. Additionally, some responses hinted at an MMI format with questions tailored to previous answers, suggesting a possible nondisclosure agreement in place for the interview process.
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Why Notre Dame
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They ask you all the basic questions, nothing to difficult as long as you know what you want to say.
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What other schools have you applied to?
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Negatives of pharmacy
🤝 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 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 Admissions staff personnel
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 0-1 hour 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 between $101 and $200.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
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BWM
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BWI
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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Radisson
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Mount Vernon Hotel
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Double Tree
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 reviewing the school's website, practicing common interview questions found on SDN, and seeking tips from current students. Many also conducted research about the school, did mock interviews, and practiced with friends or family members to feel more confident and prepared.
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I reviewed the school's website and practiced my answers to challenging questions found on SDN. Got tips from current pharmacy and medical students.
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SDN
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I did research and read a lot about the school
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I practiced the questions posted on this website.
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I read about the school. I did a mock interview. I considered the normal questions like why pharmacy and why I would be a good pharmacist.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the genuine interest and thorough analysis of them as candidates by the faculty and staff, as well as the caring and supportive environment of the campus community. Additionally, the modern curriculum, early field experience opportunities, and welcoming atmosphere were highlighted as positive aspects that stood out during their interactions with the school.
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Their positive decorum and thorough analysis of me as a candidate. There was a genuine interest in who I was as it related to their school values and the career of pharmacy.
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Faculty was extremely caring and definitely want the best for you; small school size
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The faculty, the school is extremely modern, even thought is located in an university founded in 1845
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the faculty and staff are extremely nice. They truly want you to be their student. Compared to other shools, this one provides necessary information for selecting a pharmacy school. a detailed presentation is given about the school curriculum, financial aid, and housing. I walk out with all questions answered. the pharmacy building is brand new.
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The curriculum is much more modernized than other schools, in a very good way. You start getting field experience in a pharmacy in the first year and you continue to get more and more experience every year.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions related to high tuition costs, lack of professionalism from interviewers, lengthy and confusing interview processes, incomplete construction of the pharmacy building, and limited visibility of classroom spaces. Suggestions included improving communication about interview formats, addressing construction delays, and enhancing the overall organization and presentation of the interview day.
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Nothing
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The whole day was terribly long and negatively affected my overall decision and perception of the school.
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The lack of professionalism the interviewers had.
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tuition is $34,000 per year. this is more than other schools.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known about the open-file interview format, the relaxed nature of the interview, the importance of not being too nervous, and the need for thorough preparation. Additionally, feedback highlighted the significance of familiarizing oneself with the interview location and being mindful of logistical considerations like traffic and parking.
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I wish I had known it was an open-file interview and that I was going to be interviewed by many faculty and staff.
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tuition
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I wish I had known not to be too nervous, the interview was very relaxed. They want to accept you.
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I should have eaten more breakfast.
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They asked some real deep questions about my personal statement and general questions about some bad grades.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally had positive experiences during their interviews, finding the staff and faculty welcoming and professional while also praising the campus environment. Some suggested improvements included more student visibility on campus, a tour, and a longer interview duration to further discuss personal statements.
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Overall, a positive interview despite it being a bit challenging. If you prepare sufficiently and know why you want to go into the field of pharmacy, you will be happy with the outcome of your interview. Staff/faculty are all very kind, professional and welcoming. Campus is also very beautiful.
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If you want to study in a school with a vision and mission on helping the less favored communities this is your school
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They interview day was very informative and I am glad I went! I wasn't sure what to expect from such a new school but I was pleasantly surprised after seeing the school and meeting some of the students.
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This is a great school. Definately put it on your list of schools to consider for pharmacy school.
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Even though I had an interview on a week day, I didnt see many students on the campus the whole time I was there (except for 2 first year students we chatted with). Also, there was no tour, but that's okay as it was very cold and I was tired after being there for 5 hours!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested shortening the interview day by eliminating unnecessary presentations and reducing the overall length of the process. Additionally, some applicants appreciated the warm and friendly environment but recommended making minor improvements, such as changing the type of name tags used.
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It would be nice to experience a least 10 minutes of class, or lab class as well.
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Interview day was way too long! Please shorten it. We do not need to have all of those presentations. We just want to go for the interview then get out of there.
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I thought Mr. Epps and Mr. Shattuck did a lot to make the process enjoyable and to enfuse us with confidence before we went into our interviews. Their office made us feel how pleased they were to have the opportunity to interview us them. What a pleasant experience. To change the kind of name tags next time is the only suggestion I can even think of. It was a great experience. I encourage the students think of applying at Notre Dame to do it. This is a warm friendly environment. The team interviewing process was very comfortable. The whole process left me with a very favorable feeling about this school.
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Extremely polite & kind people.
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