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University of Oklahoma College of Medicine

Oklahoma City, OK

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 26% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did well.
⭐ 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 include scenarios about teamwork, integrity, leadership, and ethical decision-making, along with inquiries about overcoming challenges, failures, and personal growth. While some interviews follow the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format with questions on ethics and professionalism, others focus on personal experiences, motivations for pursuing medicine, opinions on healthcare reform, and handling stress in medical school.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Oklahoma College of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including experiences with different cultures, patient interactions, personal challenges, and views on healthcare reform. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) as some responses hinted at confidentiality due to a nondisclosure agreement.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Oklahoma College of Medicine discussions included scenarios about ethical dilemmas, personal challenges, healthcare reform opinions, and motivations for choosing medicine over other healthcare professions. Some responses indicated an MMI format with questions related to nondisclosure agreements, while others focused on assessing applicants' ethical decision-making, problem-solving skills, and commitment to medicine.
🤝 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 3 people.

What was the style of the interview?

Most respondents had a in a group 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 0-1 hour 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 less than $100.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Friends or family or with friends or family.

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 their AMCAS application, practicing with mock interviews, researching potential questions, and reading resources like SDN, AAMC core competencies, and the school's website. Many also engaged in mock interviews with friends, current students, faculty, and career services, as well as reviewing current events in healthcare and ethics.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and enthusiasm of the interviewers, students, and staff at OU, creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. They highlighted the state-of-the-art facilities, the innovative curriculum with modules and the Hippocrates system, as well as the strong sense of community and support among students, faculty, and staff. Suggestions included further emphasizing these positive aspects during the admissions process to continue attracting top candidates.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about disorganization during the interview day, lack of enthusiasm from interviewers, outdated facilities like the anatomy lab, and a perceived lack of interest or disconnection among some students and faculty. Suggestions included streamlining the interview process, improving campus facilities, enhancing student engagement, and increasing transparency about curriculum changes and school performance metrics.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the interview process, including the format, casual nature, and specific questions asked. They also mentioned the importance of being relaxed, prepared, and wearing comfortable shoes for walking on campus.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview experience at OU to be positive and relaxed, with interviewers focusing on getting to know them as individuals rather than grilling them. The two-part interview format, with closed and open file sections, was well-received, and the campus facilities were impressive. Some reported challenges with disorganization, long waiting times, and tough interview questions, but overall, the experience was seen as welcoming and informative.
  • OU Tulsa - the medical students & staff participating in interview activities seem to be better prepared/equipped to answer questions regarding upcoming changes, etc. (compared to OKC); OKC - everyone was kind and professional, but a little less welcoming (compared to Tulsa)
  • Overall a great experience! I was expecting to be grilled on the core competencies but I really wasn't. My interviewers were friendly and provided visible/verbal feedback to my answers. The curriculum restructuring seems to be for the better, as they switch to flipped classroom and active learning.
  • I had a good time. Much more laid back than I thought it would be.
  • Very nice, relaxing environment. The weather was very cold and windy so the tour as a little harsh, but it was a very nice interview day. The lectures were dry, however.
  • Semi-blind interview: 40ish minutes of questions where all they have done is read your personal statement. These questions they have already decided on and have written down. Then you leave the room while they take a look at your grades and MCAT for the first time. When you come back in they ask you questions about those. Beware: If you have great grades and a great MCAT they will leave the rest of the 30~40 min to let you ask them questions. Prepare a lot of questions. They actually told me at one point that I looked anxious and they wanted me to relax, its a very chill environment.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested improving communication and response times, especially after interviews, and ensuring consistent professionalism and knowledge among staff and student representatives. Some also recommended rotating delegation of email coverage during holidays to prevent delays in scheduling interviews.