University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine Interview Feedback Summary
Columbia, MO
Veterinary Schools | Public Non-Profit
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 22% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very 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 include inquiries about stress management, study habits, ethical dilemmas, favorite classes, specialties of interest, ethical considerations in veterinary medicine, research experience, reasons for choosing a specific field, and future career goals. Some responses indicated an MMI format, suggesting respondents may have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement.
-
what do you do to destress?
-
How do you handle stress?
-
Should the government be allowed to make decisions for veterinary medicine? Can you name one instant where the government went too far in a decision?
-
What are your study habits?
-
What is your learning style, and how would you describe your study habits?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including leadership experiences, public health impacts, interesting cases seen, future career goals, and ethical dilemmas such as euthanasia decisions. The interview format may have been an MMI, as some responses alluded to a nondisclosure agreement, while other questions delved into personal experiences, preparedness for veterinary medicine, and current events awareness.
-
Name a time you were in a leadership position and a problem arose, how did you handle it?
-
Should the government be allowed to make decisions for veterinary medicine? Can you name one instant where the government went too far in a decision?
-
What role do veterinarians play in public health? What is one zoonotic disease and how does it impact animals and humans?
-
How do you view the impact of veterinary medicine in public health
-
None.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine discussed a wide range of topics including ethical dilemmas, conflict resolution, public health roles, animal anatomy, and personal motivations for choosing veterinary medicine. Some responses mentioned the MMI format, suggesting a structured interview with questions on diverse subjects, potentially under a nondisclosure agreement.
-
I didn't have a job while I was at school, and one interviewer asked why I did that/what did I do instead
-
What is the role of a veterinarian in public health?
-
Tell us about the scientific method. (I was unsure about what they wanted with this question.)
-
Study habits
-
What has your experience with research taught you about human-animal interactions?
✅ 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 felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 4 people.
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?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing their application thoroughly, studying past interview questions from Student Doctor Network (SDN), and conducting mock interviews to practice answering questions out loud. They also researched the school extensively, brainstormed potential questions and answers, and sought feedback from peers or professors to ensure they were well-prepared and confident during the interview.
-
made my own quizlet based off my application and reviewed sdn
-
Mock-interviews
-
Student Doctor Network
-
Mock Interviews
-
Studying the questions on SDN, mock interviews, practicing answering questions out loud, Big Interview
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and supportiveness of the interviewers, faculty, student ambassadors, and current students. They appreciated the relaxed and conversational atmosphere of the interviews, the welcoming environment, and the opportunity to connect with individuals who genuinely cared about the well-being and success of students at the school.
-
the interviewers were so so nice!!
-
Very nice waiting staff
-
It wasn't that bad, the individuals were nice and the interview was less stressful than I thought it would be.
-
The moderator was so nice! The interviewers gave me good feedback on my answers.
-
The student ambassadors were all really helpful and supportive, and they also gave us some insight into what student life is like. Some also sat in the waiting room with me and helped calm my nerves before the interview.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the brevity of the interview, lack of warmth or feedback from interviewers, unexpected or uncomfortable questions, and feeling a lack of enthusiasm from admissions staff. Suggestions included providing more time for interviews, ensuring interviewers are engaged, and offering a more welcoming and enthusiastic environment to make applicants feel valued and comfortable.
-
Just the lack of employment question that threw me off a little bit
-
Interviewers were very cold and didn't give back much feedback
-
Nothing of note.
-
The recruiter threw some shade at another vet school lol
-
The attitude of one of my interviewers was just plain rude. He asked why I did poorly one semester and I said "I was recovering from a personal situation and had yet to be diagnosed with ADHD, both made doing well difficult." Didn't specify the situation. And he said "I didn't need that level of information, but thanks."
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Many applicants wished they had known ahead of time that the interview process would be more relaxed and enjoyable than expected, with questions tailored to their application and not meant to trick them. They also highlighted the importance of reflecting on their experiences and staying calm during the interview.
-
I went for the handshake and they were not doing handshakes LOL
-
How unengaged the panel would be
-
More specifically the questions they asked.
-
Everyone said that the questions would cater specifically to your application, but I wish I had reflected more on my research experience so that I could have answered one of my questions better. Also, it was not as “conversational” as I expected, the interviewers were not unfriendly by any means but the whole process was pretty cut and dried.
-
There were 6 people interviewing me.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process to be friendly and conversational, with interviewers showing genuine interest in getting to know them. Some expressed disappointment in the lack of specific questions related to their experiences, while others appreciated the relaxed atmosphere and positive impressions of the school.
-
They are really nice and the questions are geared towards your specific application
-
The questions were very straight forward, but the panel never smiled or gave much feedback. Seemed very intense.
-
Have a great response to 'why should we admit you' and be up to date on current events, you never know what they might ask!
-
There were some questions that threw me off and left me disappointed in how I’d answered, but it was not too different from what I expected.
-
I was really unimpressed with my interviewers. I had some pretty interesting experiences - zookeeping, research, etc - and they didn't ask me about any of it.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office should improve communication by providing clear timelines for hearing back, consider extending interview lengths, ensuring interviewers are engaged, offering virtual tours, providing parking guidance, considering email notifications instead of mail, and maintaining the current level of passion and efficiency displayed by staff like Kathy Seay.
-
Make it clear when students will be hearing back
-
Extend the length of your interviews and make sure your interviewers seem somewhat interested in your applicants. I had more questions but was cut off before I could ask them.
-
The entire process was very smooth. I appreciated that they were more ahead in the cycle than most schools. A virtual tour of the school would be very nice to have.
-
If continuing on Zoom, recording to be watched later
-
You're all very passionate about your jobs and the school. You're not allowed to quit your jobs!
📍 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 out of state students.
What were your total hours spent traveling?
Most respondents spent 7+ 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 Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
-
COU
-
Columbia Regional (Memphis hub)
-
Columbia Regional Airport
-
Columbia regional
-
KC
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 "Courtyard by Marriott".
-
Country Inn & Suites
-
Country Inn Suites
-
Country inn
-
Courtyard Marriott
-
Courtyard by 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?
No responses
All Responses
Success!
School has been added to your favorites.