Farmington, CT
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 26% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did well.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
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 468 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 (90%)
Negatively (6%)
No change (5%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (40%)
Good (47%)
Average (12%)
Bad (1%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly found the interview day at UConn to be relaxed and low-stress, with multiple interviews but a friendly and conversational atmosphere. They appreciated the effort to make them feel comfortable, enjoyed interactions with faculty and students, and were impressed by the school's programs and community. Some applicants mentioned specific interview experiences, the tour, and the informative sessions with the deans.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Review your application because they reference your activities and have many followup questions.
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There were 15 people interviewing alongside me - it seemed clear that every person had CT residency, and attended either (1) UConn or (2) an Ivy League school for undergraduate. Based on what I saw in MSAR, I would advise OOS students to be careful applying here unless you have specific ties to CT. For context, I might be biased, because I interviewed here early on in the cycle and may be n the "first batch" of interview offerings.
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My interview experience here was excellent and this immediately became my top choice even after 14 other interviews.
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After interview day, UConn became my top choice.
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Great experience, left the day incredibly excited about the school.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
47 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.4 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
100% One-on-One
0% Group Interview
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File Type:
97% Open-File
3% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
UCONN-SOM-COMP interviews are an average of 47 minutes, with an average of 2.4 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 3% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools revolved around personal experiences and motivations for pursuing medicine, such as challenges faced, patient interactions, achievements, and future goals. Additionally, some respondents mentioned multiple mini interviews (MMI) format, where questions were conversational in nature, with a focus on the applicant's fit for the program and their ability to handle stressful situations, while some indicated possible nondisclosure agreements during the interviews.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Tell me about a challenge you faced and how it helped you grow.
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What do you want me to take back to the admission committe?
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What are your greatest achievements so far?
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Tell me about a memorable patient experience
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Why UConn?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Connecticut School of Medicine discussed a variety of topics, including personal changes, patient experiences, career choices outside of healthcare, unconscious bias in physicians, and handling difficult situations like vaccine refusal. While the responses covered a wide range of questions, there were no specific mentions of the interview being in an MMI format or subject to a nondisclosure agreement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What is one thing you would change about yourself and how would you do it?
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Tell me about a patient experience not mentioned in your application or secondary
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Do you think you will spend alot of time getting involved on campus?(student interview)
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What career would you choose if not something in the healthcare field
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How can physicians best deal with their own unconscious bias towards certain patients?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing their application materials, practicing with mock interviews, reading school websites, and utilizing resources like Student Doctor Network (SDN). Many also sought advice from current students, reviewed medical topics, and engaged in discussions to strengthen their responses to common interview questions.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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1 mock interview + watching YT videos on tips. Looking at SDN q's
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Mock interviews and SDN research
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I worked with my pre-med advising office and was matched with a medical student at the school to mentor me.
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Reviewed primary and secondary application
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Read over my application and secondary answers, had a few beers, and a full 6 hours of sleep.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of Connecticut School of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics including personal reflections, healthcare system improvements, ethical dilemmas, and hypothetical scenarios. Several respondents mentioned an MMI-styled question based on their application, indicating a structured interview format, possibly involving a nondisclosure agreement.
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What about our curriculum is most interesting to you?
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Do you have any regrets?
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What would you have done differently in undergrad?
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What are you most proud of?
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If you were dictator of the world, how would you improve access to care for poorer patients?
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the school, including the enthusiasm and supportiveness of both faculty and students. They highlighted the strong sense of community, early clinical exposure, top-notch facilities, and the school's emphasis on collaboration and student well-being. Additionally, the well-organized interview day, pass/fail system, and opportunities for community service were frequently mentioned as positive aspects of the school.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The dean of admissions is awesome.
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How comforting my faculty interviewer was.
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Staff is so kind, and they really know your application and seem to care for you
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The kindness of my student interviewer.
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The overall interview day was fairly short (10am-3pm with an hour break in between).
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the lack of recreational facilities, the isolated location of the school, the unenthusiastic tour guides, the emphasis on research over teaching, and the outdated facilities. Suggestions for improvement included enhancing campus amenities, increasing campus engagement, and updating facilities to provide a more vibrant and engaging environment for students.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The last student that was part of the HCOP program was representing the school in a negative light.
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My faculty interviewer slightly rushed the interviewer(was not rude though).
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My student interviewer got cut short
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Absolutely nothing. This school seems too perfect.
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Tour - discombobulated
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known specific faculty research interests, to ask questions during information sessions, and to bring snacks for the long day. They also appreciated knowing about the conversational nature of the interviews, the late lunch timing, and the need for extra cash for meals.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Specific faculty that do research at UConn so I could have answered the question of "which faculty do you want to work with?"
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Maybe to ask questions at the end of the last information session.
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Many repeat questions between student interview and faculty
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Nothing
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I had all the info I needed.
🤝 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?
The most common feedback and suggestions from applicants include the desire for an online applicant portal to track application status and upload updates, as well as a request for an online site to check application status and submit secondaries. Overall, applicants appreciate the personal touch of mail submissions and phone interviews but suggest improving the presentation of information provided during interviews.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/a
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Keep doing what you're doing.
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The interview was great!
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I would love to have had an online applicant portal to confirm receipt, check status, and upload updates throughout the application cycle.
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Nothing! It was great as is!
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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BDL
60% interviewees used BDL (BDL), with 10% using jfk (jfk) and 10% using Boston (Boston) and 10% using Bradley International (Bradley International) and 10% using Detroit (Detroit).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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21% Airplane
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73% Automobile
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1% Train or Subway
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4% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Marriot - Farmington (average ranking 10/10), with some staying at Hilton Homesuites (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Marriot - Farmington
10/10
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Hilton Homesuites
10/10
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(my mom's house)
10/10
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Friends or family or with friends or family.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Admissions staff (3%)
Faculty member (1%)
Other (1%)
Student (95%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (85%)
Neutral (15%)
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