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Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine

College Station, TX

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 34% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.
⭐ 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 medicine, their views on healthcare system challenges, ethical scenarios, experiences with diversity, and their plans if not accepted into medical school. Several respondents also mentioned questions related to Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) format and nondisclosure agreements, signaling a structured and confidential interview process in those cases.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including cultural connections, childhood influences, kindness experiences, advocacy instances, and reflections on personal growth. While specific questions varied, many responses referenced MMI format, indicating a diverse set of inquiries possibly under a nondisclosure agreement.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine discussed various topics including rural medicine, application weaknesses, technical skills, cultural interactions, ethical dilemmas in patient care, and future healthcare challenges. Some respondents mentioned an MMI format with nondisclosure agreements, while others noted a mix of standard interview questions and scenario-based inquiries to assess critical thinking and personal attributes.
🤝 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 less than $100.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

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 average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as average.
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 their interviews by reading school websites, reviewing their applications, practicing with mock interviews, and reading resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN) for feedback and questions. They also focused on researching healthcare issues, formulating responses to common questions, and seeking advice from current students or healthcare professionals to help them articulate their goals and passions effectively during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the warmth and friendliness of the faculty, staff, and students at the school. They appreciated the genuine interest shown in them during the interview process, the high level of organization, the emphasis on hands-on clinical experience, and the top-notch facilities, particularly the Simulation Center at Scott & White. Suggestions included maintaining the positive atmosphere, continuing to prioritize student support and personalized learning experiences, and further promoting the school's research opportunities and commitment to producing compassionate doctors.

What impressed you negatively?

The most common feedback and suggestions shared by applicants regarding what impressed them negatively were related to the split campus structure between College Station and Temple, the long day and commute for interviews, lack of coordination or depth in presentations and tours, concerns about facilities, lack of enthusiasm among students, and negative experiences with interviewers. Applicants also expressed discomfort with the location of the school, concerns about curriculum changes, and issues with the small class size and limited resources.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the variability in interview styles, the emphasis on having questions prepared for interviewers, the long and full-day format of the interviews, the need to be prepared for ethical and personal questions, the emphasis on the humanistic aspect of medicine, and the availability of shuttles for transportation between campuses. Additionally, applicants highlighted the importance of relaxing, paying for parking, and being prepared for a long day with open-ended questions and attention to detail from the interviewers.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found Texas A&M to be a good school with friendly staff and students, a well-organized interview day, and impressive facilities like Scott & White Hospital. Some expressed concerns about the location, the interview questions, and the transition between campuses, but overall left with positive impressions and a higher regard for the school.
  • Good school I am impressed and would like to go here. Long ass interview day.
  • Great school
  • Seems to be a good school overall. Some things about the interview day I would personally do different, but I'm not in charge of admissions. The regional campus thing is not explained well on the website, but the 2nd year students hammer it out during lunch. It's also explained during a presentation. I would go here over some other schools I have interviewed at.
  • seems like a great program with great attention to students
  • Lovely school. The multiple campuses create a sort of dilemma .

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should provide more information on financial aid, tuition costs, housing, and curriculum preparation, while also addressing concerns about interview logistics and parking fees.