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University of Montana Skaggs School of Pharmacy

Missoula, MT

Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit

Going on an interview at UMT-PHARM? Add your feedback to help others!
⭐ 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 low 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 include scenarios involving ethical dilemmas in pharmacy practice, situations requiring multitasking skills, future career goals, opinions on healthcare policies, leadership experiences, and personal accomplishments. Some respondents may have encountered an MMI format with questions about handling challenging scenarios in a pharmacy setting, potentially under a nondisclosure agreement.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Montana Skaggs School of Pharmacy discussed various topics including choosing an animal to embody, overcoming challenging academic courses, identifying the most crucial aspect of their application, specifying their desired pharmacy field, and recounting ethical dilemmas encountered in pharmacy practice.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Montana Skaggs School of Pharmacy discussed scenarios like handling cheating, self-reflection on interview questions, and societal challenges, along with unexpected queries about superheroes.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 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 a closed file interview.

Was this interview in-person or virtual?

Most respondents had a virtual interview.
Data includes both pre- and post-COVID interviews.
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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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
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Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

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?

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✅ 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?

Most applicants prepared for the interview by conducting mock interviews, practicing common questions, and researching potential queries online. They also emphasized the importance of dressing professionally for webcam interviews and seeking feedback from friends or pharmacists.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere of the interview process, with particular appreciation for the helpfulness of pharmacy students, faculty, and staff. They highlighted the approachability of the panel members, the smooth organization, and effective communication as positive aspects of the experience.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions regarding difficulties navigating to the campus due to confusing street signs and a cramped location. They also mentioned dissatisfaction with interview rooms being in small, cramped spaces like professors' offices. Suggestions included improving signage and providing more spacious, dedicated interview spaces.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wish they had known to breathe and enjoy the interview process, remembering it's a two-way evaluation. Additionally, they suggest being prepared for potential travel costs and considering the interview format, as well as being aware of the brevity of the interview.

What are your general comments?

Applicants appreciated the remote interview option and noted the supportive and impressive nature of the Montana pharmacy faculty. They also highlighted the welcoming and stress-free environment of the interview process, where it felt like the university was making an effort to impress them.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

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