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University of Alabama at Birmingham College of Arts and Sciences

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Birmingham, AL

Psychology 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 inquiries about research alignment, concerns about attending the institution, and motivations for applying. These questions aim to assess candidates' research interests, potential challenges, and reasons for choosing the specific medical school.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Alabama at Birmingham College of Arts and Sciences discussed a specific question about their personal statement.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Alabama at Birmingham College of Arts and Sciences discussed the most common misconception other people have of them.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 5 or more 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.
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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 7+ hours traveling to the interview.

What was your primary mode of travel?

Most respondents used Other transportation to travel 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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
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Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

No responses

How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as average
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

No responses

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?

Summary: The most common feedback from applicants on how they prepared for the interview was researching the company or person of interest, reviewing the website thoroughly, and creating a list of questions to ask during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were most impressed by the positive and collaborative atmosphere among students and faculty, as well as the quality of training placements and stipends offered.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed that nothing specifically impressed them negatively. They may benefit from providing more specific feedback or suggestions for improvement in order to provide a more well-rounded perspective.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known how many interviews to expect in advance to better prepare mentally and physically for the process.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally expressed positive feedback about the school and program, with a strong interest in attending if accepted. They highlighted being impressed with the offerings and overall experience at the institution.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
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