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University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Storrs, CT

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 high 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 the applicant's future goals, reasons for choosing a specific institution, research interests, and current experiences. Responses suggest a conversational interview style with basic questions, indicating a focus on understanding the candidate's motivations and background.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences discussed students' inquiries about the program.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences discussed the topic of where else applicants were applying.
🤝 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 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.
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 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 4-6 hours 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 more than $500.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Bradley International Airport (BDL)

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 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 unfriendly.
No responses

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unresponsive.
No responses

How did you prepare for the interview?

Many applicants prepared for the interview by thoroughly researching the papers, articles, and website of the potential employer or principal investigator to familiarize themselves with the work and background of the organization. This research helped them gain a deeper understanding of the position and demonstrate their interest and knowledge during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were highly impressed by the strong scientist-practitioner model, excellent clinical training and research opportunities, supportive and friendly student community, quality of faculty members, and the enthusiasm of students on campus. Some suggestions include highlighting the social aspect of the community and providing more information on the specific clinical training available.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were primarily disappointed by the location of Storrs and the inconvenience of commuting from off-campus locations, as well as the lack of flexibility and effort shown by U Conn when faced with unexpected circumstances like a canceled interview day due to weather. They suggested that the faculty should prioritize better communication and adaptability to ensure a more positive experience for both applicants and students.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly expressed a desire to have known that the community is not as closely knit as portrayed, with both students and faculty predominantly commuting rather than living on campus. This information could help set more realistic expectations for the daily experience and interactions within the academic community.

What are your general comments?

Applicants commonly mentioned weather-related disruptions affecting schedules, positive interactions with enthusiastic faculty, and concerns about the distance of student housing from campus.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses