Tuskegee, AL
Veterinary Schools | Private Non-Profit
HBCU
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 30% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.2
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 53 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 low 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 (44%)
Good (33%)
Average (22%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview experience at the school to be welcoming, relaxed, and conversational, with a focus on personal connection rather than traditional interview questions. They also appreciated the friendly and helpful atmosphere of the campus community.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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This interview was really relaxing and the 2 docs that interviewed me were sooo nice. I am genuinely not exaggerating about how welcoming they make you feel. The nerves go away!!!
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Enjoyed the atmosphere. Anxious to hear an answer
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A great interview, very professional and a great school
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The people that attend TU are ridiculously courteous and wholesomely gracious people. Just a note they do a substantial amount of terminal surgeries during their third years, however this does enable them to come out of vet school as stronger surgeons
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The interview was great. We had a conversation the ENTIRE hour and 15 minutes. I was only asked like 3 typical interview questions. We mostly talked about my life, horses, and food animals. We then talked about the curriculum and about how I needed to look for scholarships and loans. They are really proactive about you getting accepted. i believe that they want to help you with getting your ducks in a row when it comes to finding money and a place to live.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
39 Minutes Average
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Number:
2 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
33% One-on-One
67% Group Interview
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File Type:
100% Open-File
0% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
TU-VET-COMP interviews are an average of 39 minutes, with an average of 2 interviews. 33% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 0% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools included inquiries about leadership skills, ethical dilemmas in veterinary practice, personal qualities like strengths and weaknesses, and motivations for pursuing specific veterinary career paths. Additionally, some respondents mentioned scenarios involving financial constraints in patient care and diversity contributions. It is important to note that these questions were from a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format, which may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement based on some responses.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Tell me about yourself.
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Do you consider yourself a leader?
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If you owned a clinic and a person brought a stray dog who was hit by a car and asked for treatment (with no money), what would you do? If after the fact the same person asked to take the dog home what would you do?
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What is your weakest quality?
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If you owned a large animal practice and one of your clients (who had an outstanding debt with your clinic) called you early in the morning about one of its mares having trouble giving birth and that she needs your help how would you respond?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine discussed various topics, including specific medical field experiences, drawing blood from animals, motivations for pursuing veterinary medicine, knowledge of historical figures like George Washington Carver, career alternatives, communication styles in group settings, and preferences for school size. These questions indicate a mix of practical skills assessment, personal motivation exploration, and situational judgment scenarios commonly encountered in medical school interviews.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Asked about a specific human medical field experience of mines(CNA)
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Name a disease in either human or veterinary medicine that is caused by and increase or decrease in hormones
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To describe how to draw blood in as much detail from a cat, dog, horse or cow.
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Why do you want to be a vet?
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Who was George Washington Carver? (Add-on question from Why Tuskegee?)
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources like SDN, Reddit, YouTube, and ChatGPT to review questions and gather information. They also spoke with advisors, previous students, and practiced mock interviews to enhance their preparation and confidence.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Sdn, Reddit, YouTube, ChatGPT, google
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Review questions I found online, prepare outline, read new AVMA euthanasia guidelines, talk to the doctor I work for
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Talk to advisors, previous students and SDN
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School website and student doctor.net. Spoke with other vet students.
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SDN, other vet students, and even some of the 1st years that I met with before my interview helped me otu
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine discussed various topics such as differences between veterinarians and staff, future contributions to the institution, career aspirations, role models, ethical dilemmas regarding euthanasia, financing education, and promoting diversity. These questions reflect a holistic assessment approach commonly seen in MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) formats, where respondents might be subject to a nondisclosure agreement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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None: I over prepared and nothing caught me off guard but definitely study up on venipuncture areas, basic vaccines and Inamw
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Name a difference between veterinarians and the staff that works for them
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How would you contribute to Tuskegee after graduation?
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
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What figure in past or present is a role model for you? (excluding your friends/family(
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere of the school, with both students and faculty exhibiting extreme kindness and creating a family-like environment. They appreciated the personal interactions, positive feedback, and hands-on experiences offered during the application process, as well as the emphasis on student support and mentorship.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How welcoming and nice everyone was. They gave me positive feedback and really just talked about my application a little and laughed a lot
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My interviewers were based off what i felt like my interests were
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The student volunteers held tours, answered all questions, and gave suggestions for the interview
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How much the students loved the program and the close relationships between the other classes.
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The outgoing, extreme kindness of the student body and faculty.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions related to the physical condition of facilities, such as issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and location. Suggestions for improvement included enhancing the depth and length of interactions, addressing distractions like construction noise, and improving overall surroundings and amenities.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing. They were on time and friendly. I wish it was long almost and maybe more in depth for me at least.
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Construction in the background from outside was distracting. Abrupt ending
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The location was hard to find
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The city of Tuskegee
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The surrounding area.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the application process and the school itself, including the opportunity to speak with current students and the relaxed nature of the interview. Some also mentioned concerns about the safety and rural nature of the surrounding area.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Know every about your application - you’ll be surprised at what may interest them about tou(they asked me about why I became a CNA)
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I would get to talk to students leading up to my interview
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How open and nice everyone is
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How relaxed the interview was going to be.
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That the surrounding area is not very safe.
🤝 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?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should continue with their current efficient and responsive communication with applicants and faculty, while also improving the online application process to reduce paperwork and enhance user-friendliness.
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Faculty is amazing. Keep doing what you are doing
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Less paper. Stick a lot closer to the timeline given on the website
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In the future, less paperwork, have it all sent in online or at least the payment. sending money by mail is not 100% safe
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Very quick to respond to questions!!
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The website is very difficult to navigate and isn't user friendly.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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Atlanta
40% interviewees used Atlanta (Atlanta), with 20% using ATL (ATL) and 20% using Montgomery (Montgomery) and 20% using Did not take a tour. It was virtual (Did not take a tour. It was virtual).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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44% Airplane
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56% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Kellogg (average ranking 7.5/10), with some staying at Hampton Inn Auburn (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Kellogg
7.5/10
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Hampton Inn Auburn
10/10
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The Kellog Center
8/10
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 Hotel or at a hotel.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Faculty member (11%)
Student (89%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Discouraging (11%)
Enthusiastic (89%)
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