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University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry

Edmonton, AB

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 16% 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 include inquiries about conflict resolution, reasons for choosing medicine, handling ethical dilemmas like patient confidentiality and treatment choices, opinions on healthcare systems, personal attributes that contribute to being a good physician, and scenarios involving patient care preferences and cultural/religious considerations. Many respondents mentioned Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format questions, indicating a structured interview process with confidential station topics and possibly subject to a nondisclosure agreement.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said the most interesting question asked at University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry discussed a wide range of topics, including opinions on capital punishment, the use of basic science research in clinical settings, personal motivations, and ethical dilemmas like euthanasia and alternative medicine. While there were diverse questions, some responses hinted at an MMI format with nondisclosure agreements possibly in place, as seen in mentions of the non-disclosure of specific questions or scenarios.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry discussed a wide range of scenarios, including ethical dilemmas like responding to parents wanting to stop treatment for a severely disabled child, addressing the shortage of doctors in abortion clinics, and handling situations involving cheating or physician misconduct. Some respondents mentioned questions related to personal experiences, such as coping with emotional pain, defining ethics, and discussing their views on spirituality and alternative medicines, while others noted inquiries about professionalism, teamwork, and healthcare funding allocations.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 3 people.

What was the style of the interview?

Most respondents had a in a group 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 less than $100.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Edmonton International Airport (YEG)

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?

No responses
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was moderately friendly.

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was moderately responsive.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Most applicants prepared for the interview by engaging in introspection, reviewing ethics and current events, practicing with friends or mentors, and reading medical ethics materials. They also utilized resources such as mock interviews, interview feedback websites, and discussions with medical professionals to refine their responses and gain insights into the interview process.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendliness of interviewers and current medical students, the welcoming atmosphere, and the high-quality facilities. Many noted the relaxed interview environment, enthusiastic student body, and supportive staff, creating a positive impression of the school.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly reported negative impressions related to unenthusiastic tour guides, lack of organization in tours and interviews, uninformative or tense environments, and a general lack of engagement and warmth from interviewers, suggesting a need for more structured and welcoming experiences during the application process. Suggestions included improving tour planning, providing more information sessions, ensuring interviewers are punctual and friendly, and creating a more positive and informative overall experience for applicants.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants wished they had known how relaxed the interviews would be, with a focus on ethics questions rather than personal experiences. They also highlighted the importance of managing nervousness and being prepared for the interview format, as well as practical details like parking locations and interview room setup.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview experience positive and less stressful than expected, with interviewers being friendly and aiming to keep them relaxed. Some common feedback includes the desire to have more time to think before speaking, feeling nervous initially but gradually becoming more relaxed, and finding the interview process to be more like a conversation rather than a formal interrogation.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses