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New York University Graduate School of Arts & Science Interview Feedback Summary

New York, NY

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ
SDN Interview Experience Score
5.2
Needs Review

Lower scores suggest applicants reported greater stress, weaker communication, or less favorable impressions.

Based on 15 responses
Score Reference:
9โ€“10 Exceptional 8โ€“8.9 Very Good 7โ€“7.9 Good 6โ€“6.9 Mixed < 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as high stress.

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt negatively about their interview.
Negatively (33%)
No change (67%)

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Good (33%)
Average (67%)

What are your general comments?

Applicants commonly expressed feeling disrespected during the interview process, with feedback highlighting the competitive nature of the selection process and the emphasis on group dynamics. Additionally, applicants appreciated the quick notification of acceptance status, diversity of interview components, and positive aspects such as good food and student-led tours.
  • Awful, I felt like I was incredibly disrespected as an applicant.
  • Very short. 40 people competing for 4 spots. Group interviews with 6 prospective students and 2 faculty, random questions not necessarily related to psychology. Group dynamics seemed most important. Then group interviews with students, who griped about lack of funding but seemed happy otherwise. Optional tour led by student. Good food. You most likely will find out that day whether you're in or not.
๐Ÿ’ฌ Interview Process โ–ผ

Length, number, and type of interviews

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Length:
43 Minutes Average
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Number:
3.3 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
0% One-on-One
100% Group Interview
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File Type:
100% Open-File
0% Closed-File

NYU-PSYCH-COMP interviews are an average of 43 minutes, with an average of 3.3 interviews. 0% of interviews are one-on-one, and 0% are closed-file.

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the impact of current challenges on the field, such as how they affect the counseling profession, as well as assessing the objectivity of psychologists. Additionally, some respondents may have encountered an MMI format and possibly signed a nondisclosure agreement during their interviews.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at New York University Graduate School of Arts & Science discussed the biggest problem with the field of counseling psychology and whether psychologists can truly be objective in their work.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by researching the program and speaking with current students to learn about the interview format and expectations. This approach helped them gain insights and feel more confident during the interview process.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at New York University Graduate School of Arts & Science discussed personal transformation experiences.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the quality of NYU's faculty, resources, library, and student center. They also appreciated the enthusiasm of the professors, diversity of interests, and opportunities available at the university.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were generally disappointed by awkward and unnatural group interviews, where they felt they couldn't showcase themselves effectively due to time constraints and high competition. Additionally, negative impressions were formed due to poor department facilities, rude professors, lack of individual interaction with faculty members, and insufficient funding despite being in a well-resourced institution.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants expressed a wish to have known in advance about the limited funding available. It is important for future applicants to be aware of potential financial constraints and plan accordingly.
๐Ÿค Campus and Facilities โ–ผ

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?

0 = Low, 10 = High

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.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
๐Ÿ“ Travel and Logistics โ–ผ

What was the cost and time spent traveling?

Cost: Low Cost to High Cost

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are in state students.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
No responses

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Student (100%)

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were neutral about the school.
Neutral (100%)

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