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New York Medical College

Valhalla, NY

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 40% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low 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?

The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools revolve around the applicant's motivations for pursuing medicine, their experiences, strengths, and weaknesses, as well as their understanding of current healthcare issues. Some interviews were in the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format with questions on ethics, situational judgment, and application details, possibly subject to a nondisclosure agreement as specifics were not disclosed by respondents.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at New York Medical College discussed a wide range of topics, including personal experiences, opinions on healthcare issues, and ethical dilemmas. While some responses mentioned MMI or Multiple Mini Interview format, others highlighted questions about family influences, overcoming adversity, and views on healthcare reform, with a mix of standard and conversational inquiries. Respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement due to the varied nature of questions asked during the interviews.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at New York Medical College discussed a wide range of topics including reasons for low MCAT scores, readiness for medicine based on extracurricular activities, challenges in research, views on opioid abuse, and preparedness for medical school. Many responses indicated a conversational tone with questions about red flags in applications, healthcare issues, personal achievements, and ethical dilemmas, suggesting a mix of standard interview questions and inquiries specific to individual experiences.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 1 person.

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 less than $100.

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 average.
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 interviews by reviewing their applications, practicing with mock interviews, reading school websites, and utilizing resources such as Student Doctor Network (SDN). Suggestions include researching the school, understanding personal motivations for pursuing medicine, and staying informed about current healthcare issues.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were positively impressed by the facilities, including the anatomy lab, and the campus environment. They appreciated the support and sense of community among students, as well as the opportunities for clinical placements. Additionally, the proximity to New York City and the friendliness of faculty and staff were highlighted as positive aspects.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants frequently expressed concerns about the isolated location of the school, the high cost of attendance and living, the dorm-like housing, the lack of enthusiasm among students, outdated curriculum, and the need for a car to get around. Suggestions included improving campus facilities, providing more off-campus housing options, fostering a more engaging and supportive student community, updating the curriculum with more innovative teaching methods, and addressing the high cost of attendance.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the relaxed and conversational nature of the interviews, the significant amount of downtime during the day, the need for a car due to the isolated location, and the unexpected expenses related to transportation, and accommodations. They also mentioned the lack of public transportation options, the unexpected prison near the campus, and the emphasis on research and volunteer experiences during the interviews.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally shared a mix of positive and negative feedback about their experiences at the school. Positive comments highlighted the friendly and welcoming atmosphere, easygoing and conversational interviews, nice facilities, and the school's location. Negative feedback included concerns about the interviewers not being well-prepared or engaging, the closed-file interview format, some interviewers asking repetitive or irrelevant questions, and mixed feelings about the school's location and student body. Some applicants expressed reservations about the cost of tuition and living expenses.
  • Had a very pleasant experience at the school. I could see myself attending.
  • Overall, loved my interview day! Even if it was the longest interview day I have ever had.
  • Overall not a good fit for me specifically, but I think I could get a great education there if I were to attend.
  • I loved the school, the interview was very relaxing. The brunch served, I have to say, is the worst I have seen so far. They only served bagels
  • the day was relaxed and informal, they make you feel really comfortable about the interview...although one candidate did get a doctor who interviewed him and spent 30 mins asking him how to improve healthcare....depends who you get

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office improve communication about financial aid, be more welcoming and enthusiastic during interview days, provide faster feedback post-interview, and enhance the online status check system for applications. Additionally, applicants appreciate organization and structure but would like to see improvements in friendliness, responsiveness to emails, and overall applicant experience.