Palm Beach Atlantic University Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy Interview Feedback Summary
West Palm Beach, FL
Pharmacy Schools | Private Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.2
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 178 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 (76%)
Negatively (8%)
No change (16%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (32%)
Good (45%)
Average (23%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview experience at the school to be pleasant and welcoming, with friendly faculty and staff. There was a notable emphasis on the school's Christian environment, and some applicants mentioned the need to be prepared for questions related to the school's mission statement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Great experience the day literally flies by it'll be over before you know it, don't be nervous everybody is super nice and friendly. Make sure you leave your mark on the interviewers it was almost 20 of us there interviewing try to make yourself the one they remember when its over. Relax and enjoy beautiful Palm Beach.
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Very friendly faculty and staff, beautiful campus/location, and a great school.
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Very very very nice school.
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None, overall the interview process is made very relaxing, my interviewers were friendly and didn't ask something difficult. I really enjoyed the interview.
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Great school. Very expensive. Nice students/faculty. Lots of questions during the interview. Must be comfortable in a christian environment because you will be uncomfortable if not.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
31 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.3 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
95% One-on-One
5% Group Interview
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File Type:
86% Open-File
14% Closed-File
PBA-PHARM-COMP interviews are an average of 31 minutes, with an average of 2.3 interviews. 95% 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 inquiries about the candidate's motivation for pursuing pharmacy, experiences with teamwork and leadership, personal achievements, characteristics like servant leadership and integrity, and unique qualities they can offer. While some responses suggest a focus on general questions about the institution and the field of pharmacy, others touch on specific topics like pKa, family background, and challenges overcome. Note: Some respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement due to the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Why are you interest in pharmacy?
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Describe a situation where you had to work in a group and somebody wasn't doing their portion.
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What does servant leadership mean to you?
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What do you consider to be your greatest achievement to date?
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Describe your personality in three words
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Palm Beach Atlantic University Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy discussed a variety of topics including handling stress, time management, integration of religious studies, and personal influences on choosing pharmacy. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on responses that suggest nondisclosure agreements, with questions ranging from personal attributes to hypothetical scenarios like being a fruit or street sign.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What do you do to handle stress?
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Would you be interested in veterinary medicine (because I mentioned how I have a lot of different pets)
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How do you manage your time?
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If I was to attend palm beach, how would I feel of leaving my family (I'm from tx)
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If you could be any pill, what pill would you be and why? (my mind blanked for about 10 seconds lol)
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reading through potential questions on SDN, researching the school, practicing with mock interviews, and reviewing basic knowledge relevant to pharmacy. Many also valued the insights and experiences shared by others on SDN and emphasized the importance of being genuine and prepared to discuss their goals and reasons for pursuing pharmacy.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Read through the potential questions on here
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Looked at SDN questions, although over half of them they did NOT ask me.
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Read studentdoctornet.com reviews and researched the school on their website. I also spoke with a friend who was interviewed and accepted.
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I didn't.
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I actually did not prepare or rehearse. I just went in and answered their questions truthfully and just knew what I wanted to convey to them.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Palm Beach Atlantic University Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy discussed various topics like professionalism, career goals, strengths and weaknesses, and reasons for choosing pharmacy over other health professions. While some respondents found questions about handling stress, servant-leadership, and unique personal traits challenging, others noted typical interview questions about motivations, weaknesses, and reasons for selecting the school.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What does professionalism mean to you
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What are your strengths and weaknesses.
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In which field of pharmacy do you plan to work at in the future?
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Would you be willing to do research and what would you like to specialize
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You say you are a caring person who enjoys helping and being with people, why would you not want to be a physician?
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the school, with both faculty and students going out of their way to make them feel comfortable and supported. The small class sizes, close-knit community, and beautiful campus location were also highlighted as positive aspects that left a strong impression on applicants.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How quickly a decision will be made
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The admissions office and how relaxed the day was.
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Everybody was very friendly. They really dont want you to be nervous
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Christian environment, small class size, close knit community.
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The way everyone was willing to help and answer questions.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions about the high cost compared to public schools, requirements related to Christianity such as chapel attendance, and the heavy workload with religious obligations and community service. Suggestions included providing more transparency about the curriculum and facilities, addressing concerns about the religious atmosphere, and improving the student interview process to ensure better engagement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing
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Nothing at all.
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Nothing. I loved everything about the school and the staff.
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The cost is much higher than public/state schools.
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The size of some classes are a little small.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wish they had known ahead of time about the emphasis on religion, the location of the parking garage, the ease of the quiz and essay, and the need to review basic concepts. It was also suggested to not stress, be prepared with a speech about oneself, and be aware of the mandatory chapel or bible study requirements.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The students in the student panel were also going to be interviewing you
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Not to be nervous and have a speech prepared for when they ask tell me a little about yourself! They asked for a little about yourself in each interview and twice earlier in the day have a brief something ready to say out loud in front of the dean and the rest of the interviewees then have a detailed speech for the interviewers. They didn't ask that many personal questions so really sell yourself.
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To stress less
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There is no longer a math assessment so don't stress about that!
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Traffic on I-95 would be horrible and I would catch the flu 2 days before the interview :(
🤝 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?
Applicants overwhelmingly praised the admissions office for their friendliness and efficiency, with no specific suggestions for improvement. Some mentioned a desire for more interaction with current students as part of the admissions process.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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None, they are awesome!
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None, excellent job!
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None
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More time talking to the P1 students.
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No suggestions: everybody was wonderful and very friendly.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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PBI
54% interviewees used PBI (PBI), with 15% using Palm Beach International (Palm Beach International) and 8% using pbi (pbi) and 8% using RSW (RSW) and 8% using WPB (WPB) and 8% using palm beach airport (palm beach airport).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by airplane to the interview.
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50% Airplane
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50% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Holiday Inn (average ranking 9.5/10), with some staying at Courtyard Palm Beach (average rating 6.5/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Holiday Inn
9.5/10
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Courtyard Palm Beach
6.5/10
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Double Tree
10/10
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.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Admissions staff (29%)
Student (71%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (47%)
Neutral (53%)
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