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University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Interview Feedback Summary

Storrs, CT

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.0
Above Average

Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.

Based on 14 responses
Score Reference:
9โ€“10 Exceptional 8โ€“8.9 Very Good 7โ€“7.9 Good 6โ€“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.

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

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

What is your ranking of this school's location?

Most respondents rate the school location as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unfriendly.
No responses

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the areaโ€™s cultural life as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unresponsive.
No responses
๐Ÿ’ฌ Interview Questions โ–ผ

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools were about the applicant's future goals and aspirations, such as "Where do you see yourself in 5-10 years?" The interviews were described as conversational, focusing on basic topics like reasons for choosing the school, research interests, and current experiences, with no tricky questions reported.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences discussed questions regarding the program and if the interviewees had any inquiries about it.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences discussed included inquiries about other medical school applications.
โœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions โ–ผ

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt positively about their interview.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 5 or more people.

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.

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.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Many applicants prepared for the interview by thoroughly researching the program and faculty members, including reading papers, articles, and visiting the department's website. This allowed them to gain a deeper understanding of the research being conducted and demonstrate their interest and knowledge during the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the strong emphasis on the scientist-practitioner model, excellent clinical training and research opportunities, as well as the friendly and supportive student community. They also highlighted the exceptional faculty members, quality of clinical training, student enthusiasm, and the size of the campus as positive aspects of their experience.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were mostly disappointed by the inconvenient location of storrs, with many students living far from the campus. The cancellation of an interview day without providing an alternative solution left a negative impression, suggesting a lack of effort in accommodating candidates and potentially reflecting on how current students are treated.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants wished they had known ahead of time that most students and faculty do not live on campus, despite the close-knit community claim, resulting in a 45-minute average commute. This information would have helped them better understand the dynamics and lifestyle of the institution they were considering.

What are your general comments?

Applicants commonly mentioned disruptions due to weather, positive interactions with enthusiastic faculty, and concerns about the distance of living arrangements from campus. They appreciate the program but are hesitant about the location aspects.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
๐Ÿ“ On-Site Experience โ–ผ

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.

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

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?

The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
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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 are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses

All Responses

Application Cycle โ–ฟ Impression Performance Interview Location
2009-10 Positively ๐Ÿ™‚ Good N/A
2009-10 Positively ๐Ÿ™‚ Good N/A
2009-10 Positively ๐Ÿ™‚ Great N/A