Gainesville, FL
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 14% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview generally impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
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 good.
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 area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools based on user responses include inquiries about community involvement, motivations for pursuing pharmacy, coping with stress in a rigorous curriculum, handling difficult interpersonal situations, and envisioning a future career in pharmacy. While some responses hinted at a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format and nondisclosure agreements, the focus was predominantly on personal experiences and behavioral scenarios in pharmacy practice.
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Is there any way you have given back to the community?
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What I did with my free time
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What led you to pharmacy and what was the tipping point that made you decide this was what you wanted to do?
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How will you cope with the stress level of a rigorous pharmacy school curriculum?
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Why do you want to do pharmacy?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Florida College of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios such as working with difficult individuals, predicting pharmacy trends, personal book preferences, dining choices with interviewers, goal achievement experiences, defining moments in choosing pharmacy, and managing emotionally unstable individuals. These questions provide insight into interpersonal skills, industry awareness, personal interests, decision-making processes, and emotional intelligence, reflecting the multifaceted aspects evaluated during the interview process.
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How do you work with people who might not like you?
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Describe a trend in the field of pharmacy today and which direction you see the field going.
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What genre of books do you read?
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If you could take us (the interviewers) for lunch, where would you take us and why?
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Have you ever had to achieve a goal?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Florida College of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios such as working with difficult individuals, sharing volunteer experiences, handling disappointment, and demonstrating altruism. These questions aimed to assess interpersonal skills, ethical values, and the ability to reflect on past experiences, potentially indicating a traditional interview format rather than an MMI.
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How do you work with people who might not like you?
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Tell us about some organized volunteer work you have done.
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If your coworkers came in here, what do you think they would say about you?
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When was a time you have been really disappointed?
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Describe to us a time you were misunderstood with something you said (a question I had to pass on, which I heard from the pharmacy students it's ok to do)
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 19 minutes or less.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents were neutral about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 2 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 a closed 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.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by engaging in mock interviews with family members or advisors, researching potential questions online, and seeking feedback from platforms like Student Doctor Network (SDN). Many also focused on calming themselves down and reflecting on past interview experiences to improve their performance.
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SDN
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Mock interviews one-on-one with family member.
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By calming myself down and focusing on my plans for the future.
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Looked up mock questions online, mock interview with advisor and friends
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Looked here at the feedback on SDN, in SDN forums, my PharmCAS essay
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were predominantly impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of both faculty and students, as well as the welcoming and comfortable atmosphere during interviews. They also appreciated the modern facilities and the sense of community within the school.
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The faculty
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The school as a whole.
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The openness and kindness of the student anbassadors and professors.
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Interviewers make you feel comfortable
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Nothing
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were primarily concerned about the disorganization and negative experiences during the interview process at the University of Florida. They mentioned feeling rushed, stressed, and uncomfortable due to the interview day's length, interviewers' demeanor, and the setting. Suggestions include improving organization, providing a more welcoming and encouraging environment during interviews, and ensuring a smoother overall experience for applicants.
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Nothing
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The city of Gainesville.
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Interview day was too long (supposed to be 4 hours, it ended up being 5+ hours)
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Rude, biased, subjective
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Felt stressed in the beginning as I didn't think I needed to bring my ID but had to get it later to show, so I felt the interview was not going to go well from that. Interviewers seemed impersonal and didn't give too much encouragement during the interview.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly mentioned that they wished they had known ahead of time to not be so nervous during the interview process, as the interview is just a chance for the interviewers to get to know them better. They also emphasized the importance of being authentic and not trying to be someone they're not, as well as being aware that interview day might take longer than planned.
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That I shouldn't be so nervous. They let you know the interview is just to know you better, as there's already a reason you have been selected for the interview.
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Be yourself. If you have made it to the interviews, they WANT to speak with you. The anxiety you are feeling is normal. Don't try to be something your not, remember the Professors are human too and have been in the exact situation as you.
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The answer to that question about organized volunteer work. It was the worst answer I ever gave and I could've done it way better, even though I did get accepted and it didn't matter at the end.
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Interview day can be fun, don't stress so much!
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Interview day would have taken a longer time than planned
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally praised the University of Florida's pharmacy program for its excellent faculty, friendly environment, and strong academic reputation, advising future candidates to be themselves during the relaxed interviews. Some applicants highlighted the short interview process and suggested doing research on the school beforehand, while others noted the importance of maintaining confidentiality about interview details.
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Excellent faculty and student ambassadors.
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Be excited to be there, and remember everything happens for a reason. If you don't succeed try again.
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University of Florida is a great school of pharmacy with three nice locations and one big happy "pharmily."
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Love the school, everyone is super nice, great academics and prestige
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Just be relaxed and be yourself!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants overwhelmingly praised the admissions office for their excellent team and helpful staff, suggesting they continue their current approach. They also recommended maintaining a focus on electronic communication for efficiency and sustainability.
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Keep doing what you're doing. Excellent team.
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Keep employing helpful people like Ms. Mary Beth.
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Keep up the good work.
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Email everything and stay green!
📍 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.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
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 automobile 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 Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
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Jacksonville
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
The most commonly mentioned hotel among the responses is AC Hotel Gainesville.
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AC Hotel Gainesville
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Microtel
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Paramount Plaza
How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as average
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 ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2018-19 | Positively 🙂 | Average | N/A |
| 2018-19 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2015-16 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2015-16 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2011-12 | Negatively ☹️ | Average | N/A |
| 2011-12 | Negatively ☹️ | Average | N/A |
| 2011-12 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2011-12 | Positively 🙂 | Average | N/A |
| 2010-11 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2010-11 | Negatively ☹️ | Poor | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Poor | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | N/A | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Negatively ☹️ | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
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