University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy
Kansas City, MO
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ 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 revolve around topics such as why the candidate chose pharmacy as a career, scenarios demonstrating integrity, attention to detail, time management, and dealing with challenging situations or ethical dilemmas. Many respondents mentioned questions related to integrity, attention to detail, and time management, suggesting a focus on ethical behavior, professionalism, and critical thinking skills during the interview process. Additionally, references to 'MMI' or 'Multiple Mini Interview' were not prevalent in the responses, indicating that the interview format may not have been an MMI, and respondents may not have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement.
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Describe your typical day
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What you think about the future of pharmacy?
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Why do you choose pharmacy as a career?
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Tell us about a time that you demonstrated integrity, and what were the consequences of those actions?
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Tell us about yourself, your interests, academic background, what kind of person you are, etc.
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy discussed various situations where integrity was tested, decision-making processes were explored, and scenarios involving teamwork and problem-solving skills were presented. Additionally, some respondents mentioned formal interview questions beginning with "Tell us about a time when..." which could indicate an MMI format with potential nondisclosure agreements in place.
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Can you multitask?
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The essay: What is the biggest problem facing the profession
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The essay - What's wrong with the healthcare system and how would you fix it?
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nothing really
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Describe a time you showed integrity.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios requiring problem-solving skills, integrity demonstration, attention to detail, and obtaining information through questioning. Many responses hinted at a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format and possible nondisclosure agreements due to similarities in the questions related to real-world scenarios, decision-making processes, and ethical dilemmas.
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What is hardest thing you've ever experienced?
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Tell us about a time that you demonstrated integrity, and what were the consequences of those actions?
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Time you had to ask lots of questions to find a solution
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Give us a time when you had to pay attention to detail at a specific time - the specific time thing threw me off.
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Name a time when you performed a procedure that with a lack of detail might lead to negative consequences.
🤝 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 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.
📍 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 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 Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
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MCI
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KCI
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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Westin
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Marriott on the Plaza
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Homestead suites KC Airport
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Homestead Suites
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Holiday inn express
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 their interviews by practicing with mock interviews, reviewing questions on Student Doctor Network (SDN), reading interview feedback from the website, and ensuring they were well-rested. They also mentioned familiarizing themselves with previous interview questions, school websites, and current pharmacy news as part of their preparation.
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Practice interview skills with Student Career Center. Buying outfits. Sleep well the day before.
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I reviewed the previously posted questions and information here, and I just got a good night's sleep!
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SDN
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SDN, previous interviews at other schools
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SDN interview feedbacks, went over typical interview questions
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the friendliness of interviewers, the new and well-maintained campus facilities, the structured and organized interview process, and the welcoming atmosphere created by faculty and students. The one-on-one interactions with the dean and the opportunity to engage in relaxed conversations during the meet and greet events were highlighted as particularly positive experiences.
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The friendliness of the interviewers.
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The school was built in 2007, so it is really new. The building and the campus are very nice, I was definitely impressed!
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All seemed interested in what I had to say, very kind
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The meet and greet the night before the interview really relaxed me, and the school is brand new
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New pharmacy building, interviewers were extremely friendly
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions about the school's location, particularly noting it was not in the best area and challenging to find. They also highlighted concerns about the outdated facilities, with many mentioning the old pharmacy building and the upcoming new facility opening in 2007. Suggestions included providing an introduction to the school's history, offering tours, and addressing the requirement for a five-year PharmD program.
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Nothing!
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The school's not in the nicest area
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Should have an introduction about the school's history before starting the essay/interview process, should include a tour of the school
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the location is not in the best part of town.
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how difficult it is to find the campus from i - 29 north ?? downtown is so confusing.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the essay component of the interview, including the format and topic. Some were surprised by the computer-based setup and the brevity of the interview process, while others highlighted the importance of managing nerves and logistical details such as transportation and parking.
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I wish I had known more about the essay. It wasn't too difficult, I guess I was just taken by surprise with the way they did it. For some reason I thought we would all be in a room with a pencil and paper, but instead we were in a computer lab. I did like it better, but it took me off guard for a few minutes!
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Not to be as nervous!
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They only asked me 3 questions which took ~10 mins. I had to fly in for only 3 questions.
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How I should stress out so much
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how to get to the school exactly.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process at UMCK to be relaxed and friendly, with a mix of structured questions and opportunities for open discussion. However, concerns were raised about the length of the program and the facilities, with some feeling that the school may not be the best fit for them.
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Great interview
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If I had known it was only 3 questions, I may have pushed for a phone/webcam interview instead of spending nearly a thousand dollars traveling to the city.
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Essay and interview took only 90 minutes. The interviewers really tried to make me feel comfortable.
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It was my first interview so I was very nervous, but the facility was gorgeous and the people were very friendly and tried to make it as relaxing and laid back as possible.
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it was very laid back, everyone was nice and organized, the questions that were posted earliery last year are good to study, i bought a t-shirt that said UMKC just because i like the school.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
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