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Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Southern Utah Campus

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Ivins, UT

Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private For-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 rank this school as average compared to other schools they applied to.
0 = Below, 10 = Above
💬 Interview Questions ▼

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Based on the responses provided, the most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about professionalism, reasons for choosing a specific medical school or program, the significance of clinical and nonclinical experiences, and the appeal of osteopathic medicine. Respondents may have encountered an MMI format with possible nondisclosure agreements due to mentions of 'MMI' and 'nondisclosure.'

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Southern Utah Campus discussed their specific concentration/area of public health interest for the DO/MPH dual-degree and how they plan to incorporate public health into their practice.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Southern Utah Campus discussed scenarios involving managing agitated patients and ethical dilemmas during interviews.
🤝 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 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 average.

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents rank the facilities as below average.

What were your total hours spent traveling?

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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
No responses

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

No responses

How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as average
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

No responses

What is your ranking of this school's location?

Most respondents rate the school location as average.
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 seeking information from resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN) and by speaking with current students to gain insights and tips for success.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the conversational, polite, and engaged interviewers, and found the rural program to be cool and appealing.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed disappointment with the limited or subpar clinical rotation opportunities available at the program, particularly due to its location in the mountains. Suggestions included enhancing and diversifying clinical partnerships to provide better learning experiences.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

No responses

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview process to be pleasant and conversational, creating a positive experience.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested the admissions office make the action-items on the portal more obvious to navigate, such as scheduling, to improve user experience and ease of use.
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