Detroit, MI
Dental Schools | Private Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 28% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did okay.
โญ Overall Impressions โผ
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 412 responses
Score Reference:
9โ10 Exceptional
8โ8.9 Very Good
7โ7.9 Good
6โ6.9 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 friendly.
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the areaโs cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
๐ฌ Interview Questions โผ
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools seem to revolve around personal attributes, ethical scenarios, motivations for pursuing dentistry, strengths and weaknesses, and experiences related to shadowing, volunteering, and academics. Some respondents mentioned being asked about the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format, with potential non-disclosure agreements in place for specific questions.
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Why did I apply to dental school during my master's and not after?
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3 strengths/3 weaknesses, asked about shadowing/orgs listed in activities
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Cheating question: What would you do if one of your classmates offered you test answers before the test?
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if we invited your friends here, what they describe your three strengths and one weakness
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Why UDM and why dentistry?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry discussed a wide range of topics, from ethical dilemmas to personal interests, strengths, and weaknesses. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) as multiple respondents mentioned ethical questions and scenarios, with some also noting nondisclosure agreements regarding specific questions asked.
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What tx would you hate to do vs love to do?
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why didnt you become a dental assistant
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Tell us about yourself and why you want to pursue dentistry?
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Most recent book you read
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Tell me about the last book you read?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry discussed various topics such as handling criticism, ethical scenarios, and the importance of humanities in dental education. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) as some responses mentioned nondisclosure agreements, while others found the questions to be basic and conversational in nature.
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Why did I apply to dental school during my master's and not after?
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What are you doing during your gap year and time off from school?
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what is a 'challenge', not hard - but just odd way to ask
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How do you handle criticism at school (project, presentation, etc)?
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What is the biggest weakness in your application?
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Interview Preparation and Impressions โผ
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 1 person.
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.
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.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources such as Student Doctor Network (SDN), conducting mock interviews, researching the school's website, practicing with friends or family, and reviewing their personal statements. They also focused on formulating questions to ask the interviewers, staying calm and relaxed, and seeking advice from current students or alumni.
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sdn
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SDN and research on the school's websites.
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SDN, mirror practice, mock interview with friends/family
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SDN, mock interviews, mirror practice
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Read questions on SDN
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and welcoming atmosphere of the faculty, staff, and students at the school, as well as the focus on clinical experiences and the modern facilities. They appreciated the personal attention, the community-based curriculum, and the emphasis on patient care, making them feel like part of the school's community. Many were also pleased with the level of clinical exposure, the opportunities for hands-on experience, and the overall positive interactions they had during their visit.
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Being able to ask any questions to current students and hear honest questions without the admissions faculty present.
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friendliness of faculty
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My interviewers were amazing
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They were really friendly
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Clincal Skills, Diversity, Clubs and Social Life, Everyone including staff were very friendly
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the school's location in Detroit, citing safety and surrounding areas as negative aspects. Additionally, feedback indicated issues with the interview process, lack of campus amenities, and facilities being rundown were also noted as areas for improvement. Suggestions included enhancing campus security, improving interview experiences, and updating facilities to meet students' needs.
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The interview was grilling me WAYYYY to much
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students mentioning having a hard time getting patients
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Seemed like students had a hard time getting and maintaining patients during D3 and D4.
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facilities were a little rundown
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Class size is a lil large
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Most applicants wished they had known ahead of time about the specific aspects of their application that would be highlighted during the interview, the importance of monitoring their responses, and the need to prepare for ethical questions. Additionally, they suggested maintaining a calm demeanor, being aware of the interview schedule, and familiarizing themselves with the school's facilities and surroundings.
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that they would highlight specific aspects of my application
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SDN got me right
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The schedule for the day and exactly when the interview would be.
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N/a
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Rehearsed questions more
What are your general comments?
Overall, applicants generally expressed positive sentiments towards the schools they interviewed at, highlighting aspects such as relaxed interviews, welcoming faculty, and impressive facilities. Some mentioned concerns about the cost of attendance or the location of the school, while others were enthusiastic about the emphasis on clinical preparation and supportive environments.
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Not a fan, really upset
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Had another interview before this at another school that I enjoyed more, but really haven't had that many to base it off of. Still really liked the school and everything about it. I would be thrilled to get in here and really hope I get accepted, definitely a top school of mine.
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Very friendly and relaxed interview
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Interviewers seemed to be unhappy with my answers even though they were rather textbook. Could be an issue on my end though not sure.
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generally relaxed, literally exactly what you would expect.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
The most common feedback and suggestions for the admissions office include: transitioning supplemental payments and picture submissions to an online form, providing lunch or a lunch break during the interview day, offering water bottles during tours/interviews, and ensuring timely communication and scheduling for interviews.
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Some stuff was kind of repetitive, but I thought they did great. Dr. Chang seems like a great guy and is funny yet professional.
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None, it was well done
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Please change the supplemental payment and picture submission to online form. Sending by mail can be very slow and can get lost at time.
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Expensive secondary application fee and mailing the 1x1 passport photo was a hassle.
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Lunch. (I was there from 8 to 12:30 but no lunch was provided) A bottle of water so that we could bring with us during the tour/interview (I hadn't had a sip of water the whole time :( )
๐ On-Site Experience โผ
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 automobile to the interview.
About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?
Most respondents spent between $101 and $200.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
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DTW
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DWT
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
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Detroit metro airport
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Southwest
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
The most commonly mentioned hotel among the responses is Holiday Inn Express.
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Americas Best Quality Inn
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Baymont Inn
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Clarion Hotel Detroit Metro Airport (Literally cost $59 for 1 night, 25 minutes from campus, rented a car)
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Comfort Suites
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DTW marriott
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?
Based on the responses provided, the most comments on where they stayed would be "Pretty Jenky but felt safe enough."
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dtw marriot: free shuttle to and from airport
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Pretty Jenky but felt safe enough. Rent a car, MI is 18+ for rental cars.
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It's not much and not in the greatest of areas but for an overnight trip its not too bad
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