Palm Beach Atlantic University Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy
West Palm Beach, FL
Pharmacy Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based
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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 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 inquiries about the applicant's motivation for pursuing pharmacy, experiences with teamwork and leadership, handling challenging situations with customers or patients, personal achievements, interest in the institution's mission or religious environment, and understanding of servant leadership. Some interviews follow an MMI format and may involve questions related to nondisclosure agreements, while others focus on personal attributes, academic background, career goals, and ethical considerations within the field of pharmacy.
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I see a particular sections on your PCAT was low, can you tell me why?
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What particular sector of pharmacy interests you?
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Why are you interest in pharmacy?
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Describe a situation where you had to deal with an upset customer or patient.
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Describe a situation where you had to work in a group and somebody wasn't doing their portion.
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Palm Beach Atlantic University Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy discussed various topics including stress management, interest in veterinary medicine, time management, family support, personal attributes, favorite subjects, and faith-related inquiries. Some responses hinted at a possible MMI format with nondisclosure agreements, while others highlighted questions about fitting religious studies into a busy lifestyle and criteria for choosing pharmacy schools.
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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)
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Palm Beach Atlantic University Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy discussed a wide range of topics including professionalism, career plans, strengths and weaknesses, reasons for choosing pharmacy, willingness for research, and ability to handle stress. Some respondents mentioned being asked about moving away from family, unique qualities they bring, and their understanding of servant-leadership, while others described more common questions related to self-description, weaknesses, and reasons for choosing the school.
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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?
🤝 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.
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 2-3 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 more than $500.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
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palm beach airport
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WPB
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RSW
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Palm Beach International
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PBI
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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best western
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Travelodge Riviera Beach
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Radison
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Motel 8
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I live nearby
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 reading through potential questions on Student Doctor Network (SDN), researching the school, and practicing mock interviews with friends or family members. Some also reviewed basic subjects related to pharmacy and thought about their answers to anticipated questions.
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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 impressed you positively?
Applicants were highly impressed with the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at the school, including the supportive faculty, staff, and students. Additionally, they appreciated the small class sizes, close-knit community, beautiful campus location, and the emphasis on providing a caring and nurturing environment for students.
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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 concerns about the high cost compared to public/state schools, the religious requirements such as chapel attendance and community service hours, as well as feeling pressured by the religious atmosphere. Suggestions included providing more transparency about costs and requirements, and ensuring a balance between religious values and academic focus.
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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 wished they had known ahead of time about the emphasis on religion, the distance of the parking garage from the school, the guaranteed admissions program for pre-pharm students, and the requirements for volunteer service, chapel, and Bible studies. Many also advised not to stress, to review basic academic concepts, and to be prepared with a speech about themselves.
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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 :(
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview experience at the school to be positive, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Most mentioned the emphasis on religion, particularly Christianity, throughout the day, the multiple interviews, and the importance of being well-prepared with questions and knowledge of the school's mission statement. Some also noted the newness of the pharmacy program and campus facilities.
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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.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants overwhelmingly praised the admissions office for their friendliness and efficiency, with some suggesting more time engaging with current students.
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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.
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