TCU and UNTHSC School of Medicine Interview Feedback Summary

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Fort Worth, TX

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 13% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did well.

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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼

SDN Interview Experience Score

8.8

Above Average

Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.

Based on 22 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.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt positively about their interview.

Positively (100%)

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.

Great (25%)

Good (75%)

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally expressed positive feedback about their interview experience, mentioning feeling heard and enjoying conversations with faculty. They also appreciated the information provided about the school's curriculum and location, leading to a favorable impression both before and after the interview.

Although I came in quite nervous to this interview, I ended up having fun. I enjoyed the conversations I had with faculty and felt heard. I also appreciated the information regarding curriculum, location, etc. because there were many things I did not know prior to my interview.

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Great school, ranked high on my list pre-interview and post-interview

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💬 Interview Process ▼

Length, number, and type of interviews

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Length:

53 Minutes Average

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Number:

9.3 Interviews Average

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Interview Type (Interaction):

100% One-on-One

0% Group Interview

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File Type:

0% Open-File

100% Closed-File

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Interview Modality:

100% Virtual

0% In-Person

TCUSOM-COMP interviews are an average of 53 minutes, with an average of 9.3 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 100% are closed-file.

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The interviews were conducted in an MMI format where respondents were required to sign a nondisclosure agreement. Specific questions were not disclosed due to this agreement.

We agreed to an NDA

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Cannot say because signed non-disclosure document :)

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What was the most interesting question?

No responses

How did you prepare for the interview?

Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by practicing Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs), researching the school and reflecting on their fit, while also utilizing resources like YouTube for MMI scenarios, engaging in mock interviews, and understanding the school's mission and values.

Practice MMI

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Researched what I liked about the school as well as questions that I may have. I also reflected on why I thought I would be a good fit and made a list of things I wanted to make sure the admissions committee knew about me.

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MMI scenarios on YouTube, Mock Interviews, familiarizing myself with the school and its mission/values

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What was the most difficult question?

No responses

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the collaborative atmosphere of the school, the kindness and enthusiasm of the admissions committee, and the positive interactions with current students. Additionally, they appreciated the engaging curriculum, welcoming environment, and opportunities to interact with current students during the interview process.

Students seem to love the school, collaborative vibes

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The admissions committee was very kind and understanding (especially with the virtual setting). They were extremely excited about the school as well as their next class of students which made me excited about this school as well. The school immediately jumped from the middle to the top of my schools list.

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Curriculum, Lunch, Friendliness of everyone there, Meeting the MS1's the day before the interview

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What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions about difficulties in accessing research opportunities and mandatory lecture attendance. Suggestions included providing easier access to research opportunities and considering more flexible attendance policies.

Seems difficult to get research, mandatory lecture attendance

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What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants expressed a desire to have known about the intense heat in Texas and advised others to be prepared for it.

It's hot in Texas lol-be prepared

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🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?

0 = Low, 10 = High

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.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses

📍 Travel and Logistics ▼

Airports Used

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DFW

100% interviewees used International Airport (DFW).

What was your primary mode of transportation?

Most interviewees traveled by airplane to the interview.

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50% Airplane

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0% Automobile

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0% Train or Subway

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50% Other

Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees

Most interviewees stayed at the Residence Inn, Fort Worth (average ranking 10/10). (Top 1 displayed)

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Residence Inn, Fort Worth

10/10

What was the cost and time spent traveling?

Cost: Low Cost to High Cost

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by a Student

Admissions staff (50%)

Faculty member (50%)

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.

Enthusiastic (100%)

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TCU and UNTHSC School of Medicine Interview Feedback Summary

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