University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Interview Feedback Summary
Grand Forks, ND
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 39% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview generally impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.2
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 222 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (72%)
Negatively (9%)
No change (20%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (10%)
Good (62%)
Average (18%)
Poor (10%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally provided positive feedback about the welcoming atmosphere, friendly interviewers, and the school's patient-centered learning approach at the University of North Dakota. Suggestions included being well-prepared to discuss personal experiences, understanding the school's curriculum, and being aware of the school's location and facilities.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I was pretty nervous but the committee members did make me feel welcomed.
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Great school, great students, I would be honored to be offered the opportunity to be a student at UND.
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The best way to prepare is to know your application in and out. Have a story and/or a lesson learned from each experience ready to share. Think about how your experiences have prepared you to be a doctor. Ninety percent of the questions I was asked came directly from my personal statement or list of activities.
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My interview was very laid back. The interviewers seemed very easy going and tried to make it as low stress as possible. I hope to have them as professors! The patient centered learning curriculum seems great and it sounded like most of the students really like it.
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I was really impressed by this school and could definitely see myself going here if accepted.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
46 Minutes Average
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Number:
3 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
51% One-on-One
49% Group Interview
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File Type:
100% Open-File
0% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
UNDSMHS-COMP interviews are an average of 46 minutes, with an average of 3 interviews. 51% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 0% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the applicant's motivation for pursuing medicine, experiences in healthcare or related fields, challenges they may face in practice scenarios, strengths and weaknesses, and their ability to apply learned lessons to clinical settings. Some interviews follow the MMI format, asking applicants to discuss personal experiences, ethical dilemmas, and healthcare issues, possibly under a nondisclosure agreement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Tell me about yourself
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Why do you want to attend UND?
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Tell us about your experiences as a CNA?
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If you were the physician of a 15 y/o girl who came in pregnant and you wanted to inform her parents but she pleads for you not to do it because she is scared that they'll hurt her--what would you do?
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How do you make a patient feel 'cared for'?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences discussed a wide range of topics, from favorite memories to hypothetical scenarios. The interview format may have been an MMI based on responses mentioning nondisclosure agreements, while other questions focused on personal experiences, ethical dilemmas, and book recommendations.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Tell me about your favorite X (related to my old major).
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Who is your favorite author and music artist? Why do you and your best friend get along so well?
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Addressing MCAT, GPA
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Are you satisfied with your MCAT score?
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Tell me about two of your favorite memories from studying abroad.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for interviews by conducting mock interviews, reviewing their applications and personal statements, practicing with friends, seeking feedback, researching the school, reading medical school interview questions, and using resources like the Student Doctor Network (SDN) for guidance and feedback. They emphasized the importance of being familiar with their application, practicing answering a variety of questions, and being prepared for unexpected or specific questions during the interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Mock interview, school research
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Read over application, personal statement, grades etc. spoke to friends about my experiences, practicing questions and answers out loud
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I practiced with a friend who was also interviewing, going through typical questions and critiquing each other. I also did a mock interview in the career center. They also asked typical medical school questions, and threw in a few curveballs as well. Although the majority of questions they asked were not a part of the actual interview, sitting down with a panel of strangers, in a suit, and formulating the best possible answers is an excellent way to prepare for the atmosphere of the real thing. They gave me good, honest feedback which gave me a lot of confidence going in to the real thing. When I arrived on interview day, I was at ease because I was already familiar with the environment of the interview.
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Mock interviews
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Went through my application, ability to answer varied questions about my experiences. I did a mock interview with my boss in a medical profession. I read up on typical questions and formulated responses to them.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences discussed scenarios like ethical hiring decisions, application of scientific method in medicine, reducing poverty, and handling sensitive medical situations. The interview format seemed to involve Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) questions, with some respondents mentioning nondisclosure agreements.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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If you were a business person, and interviewing a candidate who had the ability to give you a competitive edge. Is this ethical? Would you hire them?
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What have you learned about the scientific method and how does this apply to a career in medicine?
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Tell us about your research. Why is it important? Why are you choosing to pursue medicine rather than research alone?
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(concerning my volunteer work with a food pantry) How do we lower the number of those in poverty/homeless in North Dakota?
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After being asked what I thought the necessary traits of a competent physician were the individual who asked it responding by asking "But someone could have those traits without being a physician, how are they necessary to specifically being a physician?" There was a heavy accent and slight language barrier on the interviewers part which partially contributed to how difficult the question was.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendliness and welcoming nature of the interviewers, staff, and students at the school. They appreciated the relaxed and conversational interview atmosphere, the emphasis on patient-centered learning in the curriculum, and the genuine interest shown in getting to know them as individuals.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Students seemed to be very close to each other per the student's report. Interviewers were friendly.
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The interviewers were wonderful. They were so kind and welcoming. It helped me relax a lot. The schools SIM Center is very impressive. All staff/professors/MDs very welcoming.
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The simulation centers were incredible--first years had the opportunity to participate in ER simulations as early as their first block. I also liked the patient-centered learning (PCL) integrated into the preclinical years.
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The school is incredible, and the interview panel was friendly and conversational.
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The friendliness and helpfulness of the students, interviewers, and staff.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly mentioned negative impressions related to lackluster interview day experiences, unengaged interviewers, short or uninformative tours, cold weather, and a perceived lack of enthusiasm among staff and students. Suggestions included improving interviewer engagement, providing more informative tours, and ensuring a welcoming and informative interview day experience.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing, I really loved the school and enjoyed my visit.
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Lecture-based education during the morning
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I thought the interview day itself was fairly lackluster. There was no programming, only a simulation center tour at certain times throughout the day. If I had been a student who traveled far to interview, I think I would have been quite frustrated.
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Nothing really
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One interviewer looked as though he might have been falling asleep, eyes almost shut when listening. Hopefully he was deep in thought about my answer.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time that the interviews were very laid back and the interviewers were friendly, leading to a more relaxed atmosphere. Additionally, some applicants mentioned the short duration of the interview day and the importance of familiarizing themselves with the curriculum and specific program details in advance.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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RELAX! I was so nervous and caught up in reciting my answers and reviewing my app that I got so tense. Luckily, the interviewers were really nice and got me to relax quick.
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It was very laid back and interviewers were extremely friendly! No need to be nervous!
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Not much really, I didn't feel there was anything about the interview that was completely unexpected.
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That I would be asked a specific question about a biochem class I took, I thought that didn't happen!
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The interview day was very short (less than 2 hours). We watched a 15 minute video about the school, did our interviews, and took about a 15 minute tour.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?
0 = Low, 10 = High
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.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office continue their helpful and friendly approach, while also recommending a shift towards more eco-friendly and efficient communication methods such as email updates instead of traditional mail.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Keep doing what they're doing because they're really wonderful.
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The people in the admissions office have been extremely helpful and friendly. They make sure that all of my questions and concerns are addressed.
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None.
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Snail mail is very outdated, time-consuming, and not very eco-friendly. Email or status updates online would be much appreciated.
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The admissions staff should keep doing what they're doing! They were super friendly and helpful.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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GFK
83% interviewees used GFK (GFK), with 17% using Grand Forks (Grand Forks).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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21% Airplane
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73% Automobile
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6% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn (average ranking 9/10), with some staying at LaQuinta (average rating 9/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Hilton Garden Inn
9/10
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LaQuinta
9/10
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Best Western Town Homes
7/10
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.2
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 222 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Admissions staff (5%)
Faculty member (10%)
Other (3%)
Student (82%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Discouraging (3%)
Enthusiastic (77%)
Neutral (20%)
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