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University of Houston College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Houston, TX

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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⭐ Overall Impressions β–Ό

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 high 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
πŸ’¬ Interview Questions β–Ό

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Commonly asked questions at medical schools include inquiries about personal life, career aspirations within the program, interests, hobbies, conference experience, and activities for leisure. Some respondents may have experienced an MMI format with nondisclosure agreements in place based on certain responses referencing these aspects.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Houston College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences discussed personal preferences, such as favorite restaurants, which may not be typical of medical school interview questions.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Houston College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences discussed a lack of challenging questions during the interview process.
🀝 Interview Format and Logistics β–Ό

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 3 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.
No responses

Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
πŸ“ On-Site Experience β–Ό

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 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 between $301 and $400.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

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?

No responses

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
βœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions β–Ό

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?

Many applicants shared that they prepared for the interview by thoroughly researching the professors they were interested in, reading articles about them to gain insights and understanding of their work and background.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the welcoming atmosphere created by the faculty and students, particularly during events like the welcome dinner. Additionally, the focus and opportunities provided for neuropsychology students, including facilities and practicum opportunities, stood out as particularly exceptional and appealing.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants overwhelmingly did not have any negative impressions to report.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants expressed a desire to have known the importance of preparing for a full day of interviews, including the mental and physical stamina required for a 9-hour interview day.

What are your general comments?

Applicants commonly expressed that the application process felt relaxed and emphasized the importance of being genuine and doing one's homework. The feedback consistently highlighted the advice to be authentic and true to oneself during the application process.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses