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University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Louisville, KY

Dental Schools | Public Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 25% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low 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 encompass a wide range of topics, including scenarios requiring problem-solving skills, experiences with teamwork, ethical dilemmas, personal achievements, challenges faced, and motivations for pursuing dentistry. These questions also delve into applicants' personal interests, hobbies, future aspirations, and specific reasons for choosing the interviewing institution, with a focus on assessing their suitability for the program and profession. Some respondents mentioned an MMI format and potential nondisclosure agreements, highlighting a structured approach to evaluating candidates through various situational and behavioral prompts.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting questions asked at University of Louisville School of Dentistry discussed a variety of topics including ethics, alternative professions, dealing with adversity, favorite dental procedures, addressing dental care disparities, and personal interests. The interviews seemed to primarily focus on getting to know the candidates and their experiences, with some unusual questions like choosing a superhero or seating preference.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Louisville School of Dentistry discussed a variety of topics, including ethical dilemmas, handling criticism, failure experiences, and personal accomplishments. While some mentioned basic questions, others faced inquiries about uniqueness, career choices, and justifications for pursuing dentistry, with a few encountering specific questions about hand transplants or academic performance.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 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 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.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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?

✅ 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 practicing general questions, researching the school on SDN and its website, reviewing their application materials, and engaging in mock interviews. Suggestions included staying relaxed, talking to current students, and focusing on answering questions naturally rather than memorizing responses.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the school, with faculty, staff, and students all being highlighted for their kindness and genuine interest in the well-being of potential students. The facilities, particularly the new renovations and state-of-the-art technology, were also praised, along with the school's focus on creating a supportive and family-like environment for students.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the outdated facilities, high out-of-state tuition costs, lack of interaction with current students, negative impressions of the city's surroundings, and lengthy interview processes. Suggestions included updating facilities, offering more affordable tuition options, enhancing the student experience through improved campus interactions, and streamlining interview procedures.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known about the interview day schedule and structure, the relaxed and conversational nature of the interviews, the need to prepare questions not related to financial aid, and the time commitment required for the entire process. They also highlighted the importance of being patient with the admissions timeline and the significance of researching the school and area beforehand.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the University of Louisville to be a welcoming and diverse program with a relaxed interview process that focuses on getting to know the applicants personally. Some comments mentioned the friendly atmosphere, while others suggested areas for improvement such as updating facilities and reducing out-of-state tuition.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants generally appreciated the friendly and responsive admissions staff, the excellent interview process, and the informative presentations. Suggestions included reducing the length and number of PowerPoint presentations, providing more variety in catering options, and organizing the sessions more efficiently.