Louisville, KY
Pharmacy Schools | Private For-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.6
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 82 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.
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
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
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include scenarios like explaining tasks to a child, discussing personal motivations for choosing pharmacy, and general questions about oneself and hobbies. Some respondents mentioned being asked about their suitability as a candidate compared to others and their reasons for choosing a specific institution, potentially in the context of an MMI format with nondisclosure agreements.
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How would you tell a five year old to draw a clock if they can't read instructions yet? The time on the clock reads 5 o'clock. Explain/draw the process to me.
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What makes you more a candidate then the rest of the applicants applying for Sullivan?
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Why Sullivan University COP?
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Tell us a little bit about yourself
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Tell us about yourself, why pharmacy why Sullivan?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Sullivan University College of Pharmacy discussed a scenario where they had to eliminate three people from a list to prevent repopulating Mars. Other common questions included managing stress, handling conflict, ethical dilemmas, the future of pharmacy, challenges in the U.S. healthcare system, reasons for choosing pharmacy and Sullivan, leadership qualities, and personal contributions to the pharmacy school. It appears that the interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on the variety of questions, and respondents might have been under a nondisclosure agreement given the mention of 'basic questions'.
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You are given a list of people and their occupations/ages. You have to eliminate three people from this list to not repopulate the human race on Mars. Who would you eliminate and why?
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the second
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How do you manage stress?
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How do you handle conflict?
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ethical question
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Sullivan University College of Pharmacy discussed a variety of topics such as devising a plan for a patient who cannot read medication labels, demonstrating leadership skills, handling conflict, addressing challenges in healthcare and pharmacy, and explaining reasons for pursuing pharmacy. Some respondents also mentioned being asked about their grades, future challenges in pharmacy, and their weaknesses, with a mix of clinical and general interview questions.
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As a pharmacy student, a course requires you to group with other classmates. Your assignment is to devise a plan for a patient, who cannot read, directions/information about their prescribe medication. What resources would you use to complete this activity?
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the second
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Describe a situation where you had to use your leadership skills.
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How do I deal with conflict
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What are some challenges the healthcare system and pharmacy faces currently?
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 2 people.
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.
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.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Many applicants prepared for the interview by utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN) for mock interviews, feedback, and top interview questions. They also practiced with family and friends to gain perspective and improve their performance.
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Mock interviews and reading SDN
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google pharmacy school interviews
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SDN, practiced with family and friends, googled top interview questions
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Reviewed SDN, online Pharm interview questions, asked a pharmacist for feedback.
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SDN
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and approachability of the faculty and staff during their interactions. They appreciated the personal connections, kindness, and welcoming atmosphere that helped them feel comfortable and at ease throughout the interview process. Suggestions for improvement could include maintaining and enhancing this positive and friendly environment to continue making a great first impression on prospective students.
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The faculty is so personal and close to every single student. The man who interviewed me was so kind and conversational. He made me feel so much better since I was nervous
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how nice everyone was.
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Friendliness of everyone there.
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The friendliness of the entire staff while I was there.
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friendliness of staff and interviewers.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were mostly unimpressed by the lack of engagement during the visit, with excessive time spent waiting or in unproductive activities. They also expressed a desire for more in-depth interview questions that would allow them to showcase their knowledge and skills, suggesting a need for a more interactive and focused interview experience.
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nothing
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The amount of time I was there. The tour and interview combined were less than an hour. The other 4 hours were spent in a lecture hall just hanging out.
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Nothing at all
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Sullivan really didn't have a campus. It seemed like the bldg I interviewed at is the pretty much where all the students would stay and study all day. and It's right by the highway.
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I was hoping to be asked more questions like: Why Sullivan? What are the significant challenges for the future of pharmacy/pharmacists? Are you a leader or a follower? I had great answers for these that I think would have positively impacted my interview but with my lack of interview experience I'm not very adept at weaving in the answers when they are not specifically addressed.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known about the format of the interview, including the presence of multiple interviewers and the types of questions that would be asked. Additionally, knowing more about the interviewers and the setting of the interview was highlighted as important for better preparation.
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I wish I would've known there was a group activity. But it was easy
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teh questions being asked
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How laid back it was.
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Just wished I would've known how many candidates were applying as well
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that there would be a CVS rep interviewing me along with a professor... the CVS rep asked a lot of questions that would relate to a retail setting....
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly emphasized the importance of being oneself, staying relaxed, and showing friendliness during the interview process. They also noted the significance of being prepared to address any weaknesses and to engage genuinely with interviewers.
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Great school. Really laid back interview.
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Really really just be yourself and relax and definetly smile and be friendly. They want to get to know you and see how you think those are their major intentions when interviewing.
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friendly interviewers, ask questions if you can, don't lie
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Good school to go to. Students are friendly. Staff is sweet.
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Be yourself, Be calm, Be cheerful, and SMILE alot. you will do just fine!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants had positive feedback on the friendliness and hospitality of the admissions office staff, with a specific mention of providing refreshments during interviews. Additionally, meeting with a staff member like Paige was a highlight for some applicants.
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None.
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No suggestions. The staff and friendliness of the school were quite impressive
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They are very friendly.They prepared drinks and ordered pizza for applicants who interviewed.
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I got to meet and talk with Paige. She was a nice lady and she seemed really busy!
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N/A
📍 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.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of state students.
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 Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)
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Louisville
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SDF
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
The most commonly mentioned hotel among the responses provided is Best Western Expo.
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Best Western Airport Expo
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Best Western Expo
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Days Inn in TN
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Jameson Inn
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Quality Inn
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 are your comments on where you stayed?
No responses
All Responses
| Application Cycle ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2011-12 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2010-11 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Average | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Average | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Poor | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
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