University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine
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 mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.
⭐ 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 cover a range of topics such as stress management, leadership experiences, changes in applications, career aspirations beyond veterinary medicine, ethical dilemmas, learning styles, future goals in the field, and specific veterinary knowledge like differentiating between animal rights and animal welfare. Some respondents mentioned being asked various questions in an MMI format, possibly under a nondisclosure agreement.
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Give an example of when you use leadership?
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Has anything changed on your application since you have submitted it or is there anything you want us to be aware of?
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what do you do to destress?
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How do you handle stress?
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If the veterinary field didn't exist, what career would you pursue?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting questions asked at University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine discussed various scenarios, including leadership challenges, government involvement in veterinary decisions, public health roles of veterinarians, interesting cases, post-graduation plans, and personal motivations for pursuing veterinary medicine. The interview format may have been an MMI, as some responses alluded to nondisclosure agreements, while other questions focused on applicants' experiences, skills, ethical dilemmas, and hypothetical situations related to veterinary practice.
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Name a time you were in a leadership position and a problem arose, how did you handle it?
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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?
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What role do veterinarians play in public health? What is one zoonotic disease and how does it impact animals and humans?
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How do you view the impact of veterinary medicine in public health
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None.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said 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, research experiences, and animal welfare. Responses also indicated some interviews were in an MMI format with questions about nondisclosure agreements, while others focused on specific scenarios like handling conflict, euthanizing animals, and explaining career choices.
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I didn't have a job while I was at school, and one interviewer asked why I did that/what did I do instead
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What is the role of a veterinarian in public health?
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Tell us about the scientific method. (I was unsure about what they wanted with this question.)
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Study habits
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What has your experience with research taught you about human-animal interactions?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 15 minutes or less.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 4 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 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)
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st louis
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kansas city
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St. Louis
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STL
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KC
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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ramanda inn
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mariott
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courtyard at marriot
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best value inn
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Windgate
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?
Many applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing questions and feedback on Student Doctor Network (SDN), conducting mock interviews, and thoroughly studying their own applications to anticipate possible questions. It was recommended to practice answering questions out loud, research the school, and stay honest and relaxed during the interview.
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made my own quizlet based off my application and reviewed sdn
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Mock-interviews
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Student Doctor Network
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Mock Interviews
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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, supportiveness, and welcoming environment of the interviewers, faculty, staff, and students. They appreciated the relaxed and conversational atmosphere of the interviews, as well as the helpfulness and genuine interest shown towards them. Many also highlighted the sense of community and school pride, as well as the opportunity to interact with current students and learn about student life.
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the interviewers were so so nice!!
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Very nice waiting staff
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It wasn't that bad, the individuals were nice and the interview was less stressful than I thought it would be.
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The moderator was so nice! The interviewers gave me good feedback on my answers.
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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?
Overall, applicants were concerned about the interview process, particularly regarding lack of feedback, abrupt or rude interviewers, short interview times, unexpected questions, and feeling unprepared or uncomfortable. Many also noted issues with the location or facilities, feeling the school may not have adequately sold itself, or facing challenges with travel and accommodations. Suggestions included providing more detailed feedback, ensuring interviewers are engaged and professional, offering more time for interviews, and improving the overall candidate experience.
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Just the lack of employment question that threw me off a little bit
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Interviewers were very cold and didn't give back much feedback
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Nothing of note.
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The recruiter threw some shade at another vet school lol
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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?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the specific questions asked during the interview, the relaxed nature of the process, and the importance of reflecting on their relevant experiences. They also highlighted the varying interview styles, the emphasis on being oneself, and the positive atmosphere created by friendly interviewers. Additionally, applicants mentioned the surprise factors such as the number of interviewers, unexpected questions, and the need for specific attire during facility tours.
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I went for the handshake and they were not doing handshakes LOL
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How unengaged the panel would be
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More specifically the questions they asked.
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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.
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There were 6 people interviewing me.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally appreciated the school's friendly and welcoming environment, with some noting specific interviewers were cold or intense. They highlighted the importance of being prepared, knowing their application well, and being themselves during the interview process.
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They are really nice and the questions are geared towards your specific application
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The questions were very straight forward, but the panel never smiled or gave much feedback. Seemed very intense.
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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!
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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.
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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 provide clear communication regarding decision timelines and parking instructions, consider extending interview length and interviewer engagement, offer virtual tours, and use email for notifications to save time and costs. They also appreciate the passion and efficiency of the admissions staff, such as Kathy, while offering positive feedback on the overall process and information provided.
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Make it clear when students will be hearing back
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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.
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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.
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If continuing on Zoom, recording to be watched later
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You're all very passionate about your jobs and the school. You're not allowed to quit your jobs!
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