Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, OH
Veterinary Schools | Public Non-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 16% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate 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 revolved around personal experiences related to leadership, flexibility, motivation for pursuing veterinary medicine, and handling stress. While a variety of topics were covered, some responses hinted at an MMI format, indicating a structured interview with questions tailored to each applicant, potentially under a nondisclosure agreement.
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Tell us about a time when you were a leader.
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Tell us about a time you had to be flexible.
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Tell us what inspired you to be a veterinarian.
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A time when you had to adapt
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Leadership style
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting questions asked at Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine discussed scenarios related to conflict management, decision-making in veterinary practice, ethical dilemmas, leadership experiences, and knowledge of veterinary medicine issues. Some responses indicated a focus on ethical scenarios, situational judgment, and personal experiences to assess candidates' problem-solving skills and ethical decision-making processes.
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The anatomy scenario question
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Leadership
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Follow up question to leadership question
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Scenario: you are in anatomy lab and a student is monopolizing the project. How would you respond as the monopolizer, the other students, and the professor
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scenario question
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine discussed a variety of topics, including anatomy scenarios, current veterinary issues, conflict management, global impacts of veterinary medicine, and leadership qualities. Multiple responses mentioned MMI format, suggesting a structured interview with scenario-based questions, and some respondents indicated challenges with specific technical questions or unfamiliar scenarios, while others found the questions manageable or more conversational in nature.
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The anatomy scenario question
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Situational judgement question
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Scenario question about anatomy lab
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Scenario question
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None, it all seemed like a nice conversation and the questions seemed more like openers for discussion.
🤝 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 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 7+ hours 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 Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
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pittsburgh -then drove b/c it was cheaper
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RDU-Columbus
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Port Columbus International Airport
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Port Columbus International
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Port Columbus
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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Westin
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Varsity Inn North
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University Plaza
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The Blackwell
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Spring hill suites on olentangy
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?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing Student Doctor Network (SDN) questions, researching the school, practicing mock interviews, and discussing with current students or graduates. They also emphasized reviewing their application materials, personal statement, and preparing answers to common interview questions found online.
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I looked at the SDN, did a mock interview, and had discussions with current students.
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SDN questions
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SND
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SDN, researching the school
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SDN
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendliness and welcoming atmosphere of the interview process, including interactions with faculty, current students, and staff. The organized nature of the interview day, opportunities to engage with the community, such as the pre-interview dinner, and the overall positive experience left a lasting impression on applicants. Suggestions included maintaining the relaxed and conversational style of the interviews, emphasizing the inclusive and supportive environment, and providing informative sessions on admissions and financial aid.
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The feeling of the interview and how positive the interviewers seemed to be.
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Well organized
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Everything
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Inclusion of students in the interview process
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very friendly interviewers (2 alum)
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative feedback regarding the lack of follow-up questions, limited interaction with the interviewers, disorganization in scheduling and waiting times, outdated facilities, unenthusiastic student guides, and feeling intimidated rather than engaged during the interview process. Suggestions included improving interviewer engagement, providing clearer instructions for scheduling and waiting times, updating facilities, and ensuring a more welcoming and informative tour experience.
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Nothing.
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Interviewers couldn’t ask follow up questions
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Nothing
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No faculty interviewed me
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They were only asking questions on the list, didn't feel like they want to know more outside than that
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time that the interview could be closed file, the atmosphere would be laid back and friendly, and to relax and be themselves. Suggestions included preparing for situational questions, focusing on personal statements, and engaging in conversations to calm nerves.
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Nothing that I didn't know already.
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Remember to answer all question parts
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To chill out
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To better prepare for the situational question
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there are 3 people
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally commented on the importance of preparing to handle interview nerves, engaging in conversation during the interview, and showing their personality to the interviewers. Some suggested practicing responses to common questions, being open and honest, and remaining relaxed throughout the process.
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Practice strategies to deal with nervousness
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Be prepared to have to force a conversation if you get people who are not particularly talkative/friendly.
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A 2nd-year student interviewed me, it felt weird
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They already have your application and paper stats, so show your personality. They tell you that they are there to get to know you, so do exactly that, show them how great you are.
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Try and make conversation, theres comments on here about them being conversational but for me it was almost like talking to a brick wall. They asked the four questions and nothing else. It was a stressful interview, but take a breath and put aside your nerves long enough to answer everything appropriately.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office should review and improve the interview process to ensure it is well-organized and more engaging. Additionally, they appreciate the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff and suggest maintaining effective communication and coordination between different departments within the office.
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Review the interview process, many people were disappointed by it this year
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Interview day seemed kind of unorganized, but everyone was super welcoming and helpful.
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Keep up the good work. Prospective students feel very welcomed.
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Keep doing what you are doing!
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The auditorium was freezing! I kept my coat on during the whole morning of sessions.
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