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Saba University School of Medicine

Saba

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public For-Profit

⭐ 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 candidate's motivation for studying medicine, family support for their education, clinical and volunteer experiences, knowledge of the school or program applied to, reasons for choosing the medical profession, and potential plans if not accepted into medical school. Some respondents may have experienced an MMI format and signed nondisclosure agreements during their interviews based on mentions of MMI, Multiple Mini Interview, and nondisclosure requirements.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Saba University School of Medicine discussed various topics, including dealing with unproductive team members, lessons learned from volunteering, and reasons for choosing medicine over research. The interviews also included deductive reasoning questions, inquiries about cultural backgrounds, and motivations for attending Saba, with some responses suggesting a focus on the MMI format and possible nondisclosure agreements.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Saba University School of Medicine discussed a range of topics, from explaining academic strengths and unusual backgrounds to justifying school choices and financial planning. While some faced specific inquiries about academic history and psychoanalytical theories, others encountered more standard questions about personal characteristics and school preferences.
🤝 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.

Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at another location.
📍 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?

What was your primary mode of travel?

Most respondents traveled by train or subway 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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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 researching the school, reading feedback from websites like SDN and ValueMD, reviewing their application materials, and practicing mock interviews. They also focused on understanding the school's unique offerings and current medical events to showcase their interest and preparedness during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were positively impressed by the conversational tone of the interviews, the friendly and knowledgeable interviewers, the informative nature of the interviews, and the school's progress and offerings. They appreciated the personal touch, the enthusiasm of the interviewers, and the clarity about what to expect from the school.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about poor phone call quality during interviews, with difficulties hearing interviewers and challenges in communication. Suggestions include improving phone connections, ensuring thorough application review, and providing clearer explanations about the school's comparisons with others.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wish they had known the importance of preparing a better flow for their experiences and having a list of questions ready for the interview. They also recommend researching specific details about the school and location beforehand for better preparation.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally commented that the interviews were laid-back, conversational, and friendly, conducted over the phone due to COVID. They appreciated the opportunity to ask questions, the relaxed atmosphere, and the effort made by interviewers to sell the school to them.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants generally appreciate the admissions office's efforts but suggest improving audio quality during interviews for better communication.