University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy
University, MS
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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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 low 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 the motivation for choosing pharmacy, personal characteristics of a pharmacist, reasons for pursuing the profession, and qualities that make a good candidate. In some cases, respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement due to the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format commonly used in medical school interviews.
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Why Pharmacy?
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Tell me about yourself?
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What are 3 characteristics you think a Pharmacist should have?
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Whay did you choose Pharmacy?
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tell me 3 important qualities a good pharmacist should have
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy discussed a scenario where if not pharmacy, what other career path would be chosen. The interviews seem to involve a casual introduction sharing a personal fact, with some mentioning a lack of recollection possibly due to the MMI format and nondisclosure agreements being in place.
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I don't remember. They asked about 6 questions and I answered honestly and appropriately but I dont remeber a couple of the questions asked. the interviewers were really personable and friendly
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If not pharmacy, what else would you choose?
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There is no form interview. You just tell everyone your name and an interesting fact about yourself.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy discussed the challenges they anticipate facing as a Pharmacist.
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What problems do you see yourself having as a Pharmacist?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 15 minutes or less.
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 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.
No responses
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 more than $500.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Memphis International Airport (MEM)
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Memphis, Awful experience will only fly into Jackson from now on.
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Memphis
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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Holiday Inn Express
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Hampton Inn
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Downtown Inn
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 practicing with family members, seeking advice from online resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN), and focusing on being authentic with honest answers. It is recommended to engage in mock interviews, gather insights from platforms like SDN, and remain true to oneself during the interview process.
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SDN
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Practice interviews with family members
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I was just myself...honest answers
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SDN, other interviews.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the comfortable and honest atmosphere of the school, the affordable in-state tuition, and the ease of residency opportunities. They also appreciated the small class sizes, the welcoming environment, and the personalized attention from the dean about the program and the pharmacy profession. Additionally, they found the school's organization and location on the main campus in Oxford to be impressive.
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I felt extremely comfortable at the school and felt like they were very honest and straight forward about the profession and the school. The in-state tuition is extremely economical, and the opportunity for residency seems easier than I expected.
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The small class size and the family type of environment.
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How outgoing and laid back everyone was
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There was a lot that impressed me. I was impressed by how much the dean raved about the program and that he really took the time to get to know us and explain not only Ole MIss' pharmacy program to us, but the pharmacy profession in general. I was also impressed by how cheap off-campus living would have been.
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The school is well organized and located on the major campus in Oxford.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed dissatisfaction with lack of information or clarity about the program schedule and potential location changes for rotations. Additionally, some applicants found the interview process too lengthy and uninformative, suggesting the need for more meaningful interactions and better communication during the process.
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Nothing. Best school I have interviewed at so far :)
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Nothing. Dr. Wilson and the staff were all great!
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nothing at all!!!
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The fact that I didn't know any kind of schedule UNTIL I got there.
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I didn't like the idea of having to move to jackson for the third year and then possibly moving again for the fourth year for rotations (though they did have several locations for those rotations that were nice) The interview process was way too long. 8 hours without even speaking to anyone as a formal interview. The logic test was also annoying. The students that toured the group were only P1 which wasn't enough to get to know the whole program.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known about missing classes ahead of time to avoid scrambling for alternative options, and that more information and guidance from the program could have helped them plan better. Additionally, some applicants mentioned a practical concern of wishing they had known about parking regulations to avoid getting a ticket.
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I wished I had known about the classes I was missing before the start of the spring semester so I wouldn't have to scramble for summer school classes. But they were helpful in giving me a list of schools offering the classes I needed online during the summer.
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Nothing. I researched everything on their website and if I had any question or doubts, I called and spoke with Shiela or Angela ahead of time.
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I wish they had given me more info to plan accordingly. I also wish I had known that I was missing so many prereqs ahead of time.
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Where to park (got a ticket).
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally expressed strong admiration for the school and its staff, highlighting the positive experience and the willingness of the institution to work with prospective students. Some applicants also mentioned specific aspects like the admissions process being favorable for those meeting requirements and shared concerns about aspects of the interview process.
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Great school. I hope I get in here!!!
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The school and staff are wonderful! If you have an opportunity to apply and attend, you definetly should!
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I absolutely love this school...If i don't get in this year i will definitely apply again next year. Do not mind moving from texas at all!!! If I had to chose between a Texas school or Ole Miss, I would take Ole Miss without a doubt! They really work with you and try to help you as much as they can.
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2010 is special for Ole Miss admissions; they did not get many applications, therefore if you have the minimum GPA/PCAT AND have taken all of THEIR required prereqs, you're basically in. They aren't going to have a full class this year, which would have had many advantages. I really wish I had been admitted.
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I felt positively about the school even though the interview was extremely long. Do they really need to take pictures and measure white coats for everyone even though 75% of their applicants will be rejected? Also to talk about being professional and not cheating for an hour and a half was discouraging.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office improve communication regarding missing prerequisites and provide clearer information about events like Applicant Day. Additionally, some applicants noted the need for better climate control in buildings.
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The admissions office was very quick to respond. I just wish I would have known I was missing 2 classes before the spring semester started, but they were very helpful in giving me courses offered online by schools across the nation.
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It was really cold in the buildings.
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Tell students the prereqs they are missing. I was unaware I was missing so many and this costed me my admission to the school. Also, they should give more information as to what exactly Applicant Day will entain. I am from FL, so trying to make flight/hotel accomodations were really hard to make because I never had information as to when I needed to be there and when I would be leaving.
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