University of Colorado Denver School of Dentistry
Aurora, CO
Dental Schools | Public Non-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 22% 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 include inquiries about ethical scenarios, strengths and weaknesses, interests outside of academics, community work experiences, and future goals. Additionally, respondents may have encountered an MMI format with questions related to catching someone cheating and personal attributes that would benefit them in dentistry, possibly under a nondisclosure agreement.
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have you ever failed a class
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how many schools did you apply to
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Tell me something interesting about yourself - that's not good enough try again
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2 strengths and weaknesses
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Ethical: you caught a friend cheating.
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Colorado Denver School of Dentistry discussed a variety of topics including enforcing dental volunteering, addressing pressing issues in dentistry, sharing philosophy behind career choice, envisioning future plans, and reflecting on personal attributes. The interview format was not explicitly stated as MMI, but questions ranged from personal reflections to hypothetical scenarios, with a focus on the applicant's motivations, experiences, and character traits.
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would you enforce dental volunteering in CO, how would you convince dentists to do this?
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If your clone came in (DAT, GPA, etc.) why should we choose you?
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What do you think is the most pressing issue facing dentistry?
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What is one challenge you think you will face entering dental school?
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Dinner guests question
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of Colorado Denver School of Dentistry discussed ethical dilemmas, personal values alignment, challenges in the dental industry, and scenarios related to ethics and professionalism. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on responses indicating ethical, situational, and ethical-type questions, with potential nondisclosure agreements in place.
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would you enforce dental volunteering in CO, how would you convince dentists to do this?
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How do you know your values and ours are the same?
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What was your biggest regret?
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ethical type question like what would you do if you caught someone cheating
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What do you think is a challenge facing the dental industry right now?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 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.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Denver International Airport (DEN)
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Denver Intl. airport
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Denver Intl.
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Denver International Airport
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Denver
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DIA
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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palmtree hotel
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Timbers Hotel
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The Drury Inn
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Super 8
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Springhill Suites by Marriott (across the street from campus) Really nice!!
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?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by conducting mock interviews, utilizing resources such as SDN (Student Doctor Network) and the school's website, reviewing their application materials, and practicing with friends or interview books. Suggestions included researching the school, preparing answers to potential questions, and being themselves during the interview to appear confident and genuine.
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mock interviews
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SDN
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SDN.
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Summarizing things I know about myself.
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SDN review the website
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendly and chill vibe of the faculty, staff, and students, along with the state-of-the-art facilities and small class sizes. Many highlighted the approachable interviewers, the emphasis on clinical focus, and the overall supportive and welcoming atmosphere of the school. Some noted the new buildings and technology, as well as the personal attention and care shown towards students.
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love the school overall chill vibe
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Well prepared interviewers
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Chill and friendly vibe.
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How inviting and "chill" faculty and students were
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Friendly people, awesome VR and 3D equipment
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about disorganization during interviews, lack of focus on important aspects of the school, negative perceptions of the location, unenthusiastic staff and students, and outdated facilities. Suggestions included improving interview experiences, providing more information about the school's strengths, addressing facility concerns, and enhancing the overall atmosphere of the campus.
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my interviewer didnt arrive on time, they grabbed another professor from the hall who didn't have any info about me and proceeded to grill me for ten minutes then asked if I had any questions, when we had over 15 minutes left in the interview time slot
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Nothing.
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old looking sim clinic
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Nothing at all
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No in state tuition after first year. Talked a lot about research on the website but there seemed to be very little focus on this during the interview. Would have liked to at least have lunch with dental students since their was no student interview. It was hard to get a real sense of how they felt about the school. The haptics machine seemed like just a tool for admissions - they promote it as a way to improve hand skills in D1 year but the D1s on the tour barely knew how to turn it on.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time that they would only have time for one question per interviewer, to eat before the interview due to limited food offerings, and that the process would be more laid-back and focused on getting to know them. Additionally, some mentioned the importance of being well-prepared for the bench test and the increased class size, as well as the location details and lack of tours offered during the interview.
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Only had time to ask 1 question to each interviewer
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Nope!
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N/A
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How easy it would be
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The "light breakfast" they provide is just granola bars. Eat breakfast before you go.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process at the school to be relaxed and friendly, with a positive overall experience. They emphasized the importance of being oneself, staying calm, and being prepared to discuss their motivations and experiences.
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Be yourself. Don't be nervous. This interview is probably the most relaxing one.
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Small school, very friendly.
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Great school! Stands above all else
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Awesome school!
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What a great school and amazing student atmosphere
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest improving interview preparation and organization, limiting the number of interviews, offering better food during the day, and ensuring more engaging interactions between candidates and current students.
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n/a
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Record next interview prep session.
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Let us go after the interviews. They did a financial aid presentation in the afternoon and I nearly fell asleep.
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Keep up the good work. Please limit the interviewees number to 4 times.. but not 6 times the class size. You guys do a great job. Keep up the great work.
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None. Very friendly and attentive.
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