Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy
Amarillo, TX
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-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 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 scenarios related to ethical decision-making, handling conflicts, demonstrating leadership abilities, managing time effectively, and explaining motivations for pursuing pharmacy. Respondents may have experienced an MMI format with questions framed around past experiences using the 'describe a time when' format and may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement due to the nature of the questions asked.
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In what instance were you asked to keep information confidential? If that information was life-threatening, what would you do?
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How do you handle with peer pressure?
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How do you manage your time?
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What are some organization you are apart of?
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Tell me about a time you organized an event or group. Was it successful?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy discussed a variety of topics including ethics, future aspirations, personal attributes, and pharmacy-related scenarios. Many responses indicated a mix of standard interview questions along with some unique ones, with a particular focus on ethical dilemmas and personal motivations. Some responses hinted at an MMI format with nondisclosure implications, suggesting a structured and confidential interview process may have been in place.
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If we give you the PhD degree, would you take it?
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What direction do you think pharmacy is moving?
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Tell me about a time you took the initiative.
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They were all pretty interesting to me.
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In a retail setting, do you think the customer is always right?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy discussed a variety of scenario-based questions focusing on ethical dilemmas, problem-solving, and decision-making experiences. While some mentioned a conversational interview style, others highlighted questions like "If your friend smokes, do you intervene?" and "What sets you apart?" indicating a diverse range of challenging inquiries.
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If your friend smoke, do you intervene?
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Tell me about a time you took the initiative.
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none were difficult - every question came from SDN. Just prepare an answer for each question on this site and you'll be in great shape
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Describe a time you had a complex and analytical situation.
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Tell us about a time when you had to make an objective decision.
🤝 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 a closed 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 Faculty member
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 4-6 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 $201 and $300.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Amarillo Rick Husband International Airport (AMA)
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amarillo
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Southwest
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Rick Husband
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AMA
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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la quinta inn
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La Quinta
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Holiday Inn
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Days Inn
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Country Inn and Suites
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 the interview by utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN), conducting mock interviews, researching the school's website, and reviewing personal statements. Many also highlighted the importance of practicing with family and friends, familiarizing themselves with potential interview questions, and drawing from personal experiences to present themselves authentically and confidently during the interview.
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SDN, top 100 interview questions, and mock interviews.
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Mock Interview and research
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SDN, Personal experience, Acted like myself.
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Practice with a family member
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Just made sure I knew my application and my motivations (i.e., myself) really well.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were most impressed by the friendliness and welcoming nature of the staff and students, the state-of-the-art facilities and technology, the emphasis on clinical aspects of the program, the comprehensive curriculum, and the organized and informative interview process. Suggestions included offering more information about the surrounding area and nightlife, and continuing to prioritize creating a comfortable and supportive environment for applicants throughout the interview process.
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The over-abundant opportunity to speak with current students regarding their impression and love of the school.
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I love the tour of the building and the Nursing School.
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The school and staff were amazing. Lunch with my interviewers before the interview. The school seemed brand new and had the newest technology.
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Friendliness of staff, beautiful building, presentations given, very organized
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The "plus factors" of the program. I love the variety of electives they provide and that they require rotations in geriatrics, pediatrics, and rural pharmacy.
What impressed you negatively?
The most common feedback shared by applicants was regarding the negative impression of the school's location, particularly in terms of being desolate, cold, windy, lacking greenery, and far from civilization. Suggestions included improving the organization of the interview process, ensuring friendlier and more engaged interviewers, and shortening the length of the day to make it more efficient and less exhausting for candidates.
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How brown everything is... No green anywhere!
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The thing that impressed me negatively is how unorganized they were during the interview because they were under staff.
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While the interview process was long, it is structured that way so they can fit all the interviews together along with a tour and full explanation of their curriculum.
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Nothing
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The location - very desolate, gets cold, and apparently it is normally really windy.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the specifics of the interview process, including the structure of the group activities, the length and intensity of the day, and the importance of being well-rested. Many also mentioned the significance of the interview itself, the school's approach to education, and the location selection for the last two years of study.
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I wish I knew how to prepare for the critical thinking test.
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Amarillo was a bigger city and the School of Pharmacy was so nice.
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I thought they would ask me why I wanted to be a pharmacist. I had prepared for it and it caught me off guard when that wasn't one of their first questions.
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How windy it would be.
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Your group interview REALLY depends on who's interviewing you. Our group had 2 very tough professors and it was VERY tense. From what previous interviewees told me, it would be a free response type of situation. Ours was not like that at all!! The professors came in a started pointing at people & calling names...even asking us to throw people under the bus and name our weakest members. Everyone in our group left staring at each other in disbelief! In the end, it was a great learning experience, but man was it rough!
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally commented on the lengthy interview process, ranging from 7 to 8 hours, emphasizing the importance of being well-prepared, getting a good night's sleep, and maintaining a positive, energetic attitude throughout the day. They also highlighted the friendly and welcoming atmosphere, pleasant faculty interactions, and the unique aspects of the school that positively influenced their decision-making process.
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Sleep early and be prepare for the 7 hours interview process. I know it long but it will go by fast. Have fun and get to know all the staff members.
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I HIGHLY suggest anyone applying to any pharmacy schools in Texas to consider TTHCSOP. I interviewed at UT and UH and still picked Tech even though i am from Houston. Do not be fooled by the distance of Amarillo or the fact that the School of Pharmacy does not advertise very much. This school is amazing and you owe it to yourself to at least interview before you pick a school.
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Loved my interview experience!
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The school really surprised me with all of its plus factors that I was previously unaware of. Didn't enjoy the length of the interview (7:30am to 4pm), but the process was enjoyable and everyone was friendly, which made it more bearable.
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Tech really impressed me with their campus, curriculum, and general hospitality. UT was always my #1 choice, but after interviewing with Tech, I very quickly decided that I wanted to spend my next four years as a Raider. After being accepted to UT last week, I promptly turned them down...something I never thought I'd do in a million years!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested improvements to the admissions office such as simplifying the admissions letter by printing it in gold instead of using confetti, providing more helpful information like parking instructions, quicker decision postings, friendlier interactions, and updating communication methods like having a voicemail system and website.
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Putting confetti in the official admissions letter was sweet but it was a pain to clean up... maybe next time just print the letter in gold instead.
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The thing I suggest for the admissions office is to have voice mail and to update their website.
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Allow a printable parking pass for the day. I received a parking ticket which i had to appeal in order to get it removed.
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maybe include some information on where to park on the day of the interview in our interview invitation
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Be quicker to post decisions.
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