Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences Interview Feedback Summary
Stillwater, OK
Veterinary Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.7
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 45 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 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 average 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 positively about their interview.
Positively (100%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (25%)
Good (63%)
Average (13%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly mentioned the unique interview format with laminated cards and emphasized the importance of being genuine and prepared during the interview. They also highlighted the value of interacting with current students and fellow interviewees to gain insights into the process.
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My interview was over zoom so it was different than other experiences. Make sure to look at the camera and not at the screen when addressing the panel. Smile often and be yourself!
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If you put in some time to prepare, you will be just fine! Just be honest and be yourself.
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I felt really good about the process and left with a positive impression. We got to talk to current students before and after the interview and also with fellow interviewees. Some interviewees didn't have things go as well as me, and I felt like who you interviewers were may be part of how you felt walking out that day.
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Again, they still do the 4 stacks of laminated cards things. also, the 3 people are a 4th year, a faculty member, and a local practicing vet.
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They have four colors of laminated cards face down on the table and have you pick one. You turn it over and read the question from the other side and then answer it. You do this 4-6 times I think. Then the interviewers ask their own questions.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
28 Minutes Average
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Number:
3.1 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
0% One-on-One
100% Group Interview
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File Type:
86% Open-File
14% Closed-File
OKSTATE-VET-COMP interviews are an average of 28 minutes, with an average of 3.1 interviews. 0% of interviews are one-on-one, and 14% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include scenarios about handling rejection, discussing personal motivations for pursuing the field, managing stress and burnout, understanding differences in veterinary practices, and preferred learning environments. Some respondents mentioned encountering MMI format interviews with possible nondisclosure agreements in place.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What would you do if you do not get accepted into the program this year?
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Tell us about yourself and how you became interested in veterinary medicine.
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Explain what led you to apply to vet school?
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What is the difference between a Shelter Vet and Clinical practice Vet?
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How do you deal with stress?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences discussed various topics including strategies for academic challenges, preventing burnout, response to animal abuse, appropriate attire for rural vets, opinions on non-vets performing specific tasks, and personal life goals and accomplishments. These questions suggest a holistic evaluation approach commonly seen in Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), potentially involving nondisclosure agreements due to the nature of the interview format.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What do you do if you are not performing your best in a class?
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How do you keep from getting burned out in your difficult classes?
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What I did in my free time, then we got into what books we were all reading and if I had read the James Herriot books (of course!)?
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If you saw clear signs of animal abuse, what would you do?
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Do you think it is inappropriate for rural vets to dress down (aka cowboy boots, jeans, and a polo)?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources such as mock interviews, lists of possible interview questions from pre-vet clubs, online platforms like SDN, and seeking advice from current vet students. They also emphasized the importance of practicing responses out loud, reviewing common interview questions, and staying informed about current events related to veterinary medicine.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I answered the question list provided by the pre-veterinary club and I did a mock interview with a friend.
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I used a list of possible interview questions provided by the Pre-Vet Club. I responded to them out loud and then typed out a summary of my answer to look back on for future reference. I also used a lot of websites and YouTube videos for help with questions that I thought were difficult to answer.
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Mock interviews, old questions from pre-vet club, talking to current students.
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Pre-vet club sent out example questions.
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Interview feedback, asked vet students for advice, caught up on current events, and looked into state legislature involving vet med.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences discussed maintaining a professional but personal presence on social media, handling client complaints about veterinarians, distinguishing between animal rights and animal welfare, addressing ignorance in people, and sharing aspirations for changing the field of veterinary medicine. Some respondents mentioned challenges with specific questions related to personal application summaries and scenarios requiring difficult decisions, while others found questions about ethical dilemmas to be particularly challenging.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How does a veterinary practice maintain a professional but personal presence on social media? What other ways can a clinic use social media to help their clients?
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If a client was badmouthing one of your veterinarians, what would you do?
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The difference between animal rights and animal welfare. It was hard for me not to state my opinion about it.
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In general, do you believe people are ignorant?
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What do you hope to change in the field of vet. med.?
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the welcoming and positive attitude of the interview panel, particularly noting the encouragement and conversational nature of the interviews. Many appreciated the stress-free environment, feeling immediately at ease and valued during the process. Suggestions included more information on the curriculum and maintaining the supportive and friendly atmosphere.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The panel were very responsive and positive during the whole experience. The 4th year vet student was very encouraging.
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They had the 4th year vet students come and bring you to your interviewers. My 4th year interviewer was very kind and encouraging and I enjoyed talking to him before and after the interview!
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How laid back my interviewers were. They wanted it to be as stress free as possible.
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The interview was more like a conversation. I was immediately put at ease. It seemed like they were there to get to know me.
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Their answer to my question "Other schools brag about their 2 + 2 curriculum. Why do you think OSU's way of doing curriculum is better?" It actually was a very convincing answer
What impressed you negatively?
Some applicants expressed dissatisfaction with unresponsive or disengaged interviewers, noting they had to carry the conversation themselves or found it awkward. Suggestions included ensuring all interviewers are actively engaged and creating a welcoming environment for candidates to showcase their skills and experiences.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing
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One of my interviewers was not very responsive. He never smiled and rarely looked at me when I was speaking. But the other two interviewers were very friendly and responsive so it wasn't a big deal.
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I felt that some of my interviewers were not making an effort to ask me questions and get to know me. I had to do most of the talking. I ended up asking them questions, as a conversation starter, because they were not asking me anything!
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Those stupid nametags never stick and it was awkwardly falling off my suit the whole time haha
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Nothing really.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time that the interview process was not as intimidating as they had anticipated, and that it was important to be themselves and not stress out. Additionally, many applicants highlighted the importance of understanding what information the interviewers have access to, such as letters of recommendation, personal statements, and experiences, but not grades or test scores.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Try not to stress out so much and just be yourself. It was not nearly as intimidating as I thought it would be.
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I was not really surprised by anything. The vet school was great about making sure you knew everything you needed to know ahead of time. It all went very smoothly.
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Nothing
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The interviewers have your entire application except your grades and Test scores (GRE).
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🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
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?
The applicants did not provide any specific suggestions for the admissions office.
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📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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Oklahoma City Airport
100% interviewees used Oklahoma City Airport (Oklahoma City Airport).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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14% Airplane
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86% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other
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 Other or at another housing option.
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 enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (100%)
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