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Tufts University School of Medicine

Boston, MA

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 20% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate 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 encompass a wide range of topics, from personal motivations for pursuing medicine to experiences detailed in applications like research and volunteer work. Several respondents mentioned encountering Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) with questions covering scenarios like patient interactions and ethical dilemmas, where respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said the most interesting questions asked at Tufts University School of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including scenarios like handling stress, future career aspirations, leadership experiences, and ethical dilemmas. While some mentioned standard interview questions, others described philosophical inquiries, hypothetical scenarios, and personal reflections, indicating a diverse range of question types posed to applicants.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Tufts University School of Medicine discussed various scenarios like handling roommate drug use, defining personal traits for admissions, managing patient beliefs in medicine, and ethical dilemmas. Several responses referenced MMI or nondisclosure, indicating an MMI format with potential nondisclosure agreements.
🤝 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 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 0-1 hour traveling to the interview.

What was your primary mode of travel?

Most respondents traveled by airplane 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 Friends or family or with friends or family.

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 reviewing their application materials, researching the school (especially through the website), and practicing responses to common interview questions, often sourced from resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN) and mock interviews. Additionally, some applicants engaged in discussions with current students or alumni, focused on medical ethics and current healthcare issues, and ensured they were well-rested before the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendly, accommodating, and supportive environment at Tufts, where both faculty and students were highly engaged and passionate about the program. They also appreciated the emphasis on early clinical exposure, unique curriculum offerings, state-of-the-art facilities, and the school's responsiveness to student feedback. The location in downtown Boston, student happiness, and the comprehensive financial aid presentation were also highlighted as positive aspects of the experience.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the high cost of attendance at Tufts Medical School, the length and structure of the interview day, the lack of a clear campus community, and some negative interactions with interviewers and students. Suggestions included more personalized and engaging interviews, better organization of the interview day, and addressing the high tuition costs.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the number of questions asked, the conversational nature of the interviews, the length of the virtual interview day, and the relaxed atmosphere. Suggestions included being prepared to engage in conversation, staying relaxed, and asking more questions during the interview day.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview day at Tufts to be informative and well-organized, with friendly staff and students. Some felt the day was too long, while others appreciated the conversational and relaxed nature of the interviews. Concerns were raised about the high cost of tuition and mixed experiences with interviewers.
  • Overall, great interview!
  • No notes, it was a great experience
  • The interview made a massively positive impression on me, seems like a great school run by great people!
  • mostly really chill, just relax and be yourself!
  • Did not feel very conversational

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested shortening the interview day and presentations to make it easier to digest information, while also providing more specific and tailored information about opportunities available. Some applicants appreciated the transparency and organization of the admissions office but suggested making the day less structured and stressful.