Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 20% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.
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 revolve around assessing candidates' skills, experiences, and motivations. While a variety of situational and behavioral questions were asked, there was a notable focus on why candidates chose pharmacy, their leadership experiences, how they handle stress, and their ability to handle difficult situations. Some respondents mentioned being asked a wide range of questions in an MMI format, indicating a structured interview process with potential nondisclosure agreements in place.
Tell me about a time when you faced a problem at work/school. How did you solve it?
Situational: A customer comes in asking why his medication is not as effective as the last prescription. You realize you dispensed him the wrong medication. What would you do?
Situational: A customer complains that she was overcharged for her medication even though her insurance always takes care of it. How would you react, etc?
The faculty asked me: Describe a situation when you had to make a decision then you had to defend your self because of that decision. How did you learn English? What motivated you to make a career change?
The student asked me: Tell me about your self. Any academic challenges you had? Describe a situation when your integrity was questioned, What do you do in your free time?
Describe a situation where you had to be compassionate to another person. Did the experience change your relationship with that person? (I can't remember the exact wording, but it was something along those lines)
Tell me about yourself & your background, why you are pursuing pharmacy, and why you chose UOP. (this was the opening question! I guess they wanted to get them all out of the way first!)
Tell me about a difficult situation you had while working at a retail chain (as I did)? How did you handel it?
This is a typical question. They want to see how you did in a stressful situation...prepare a good answer for this one in advance.
What was a difficult situation that you faced where there wasn't a unanimous decision and how did you deal with it? (same question from both the student and faculty interviewer--UOP makes them ask a specific question)
What leadership skills you possess? I have a lot of leadership experiences so they also asked: You've been a leader at various things, can you be a good follower too?
Describe a time where you came across a situation that you didn't know what to do.
P.S. ask the interviewers most of you questons, not the 2nd year students. If you already did ask the second years, ask the same questions again. My faculty member barley asked any questions and whenever there were moments of silence, I filled them up by asking her about what she teaches and where she graduated from. Talk talk talk.
Students said most interesting question asked at University of the Pacific Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Science discussed a wide range of topics, including favorite shows, books, dealing with stress, adapting to different working styles, and envisioning the future role of pharmacists in patient care. The interviews may have been in an MMI format with a focus on experience and standard questions, while also exploring personal qualities, communication skills, and decision-making abilities.
What is your favorite show right now? Tell me about the show and why I should watch it.
They will ask you standard easy questions. Nothing hard. Basically:
- Tell about yourself, why pharmacy?
- Favorite subject? Least fave?
- Describe yourself.
- Know your resume that you posted, might ask questions from that.
- What do you do for fun?
The interview was more like a conversation with the professor. we talked about shakepeare, sports, and a little bit of research, since i had an ochem research background. no pharmacy situation QS.
Students said most difficult question asked at University of the Pacific Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Science discussed various scenarios such as handling unpopular decisions, conflicts with others, experiences of injustice, and adapting to different working styles. The interview format may have been MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on references to specific questions and the presence of nondisclosure agreements.
What can you bring to U of P that other students can’t?
Describe a situation when you had a disagreement with someone and how you worked it out. (Pretty classic question, but I couldn't think of a good example off the top of my head)
There are only about 100 seats available each year. If there was only one seat remaining in this year's class, tell me why you should get the 100th spot?
I think I went through so many possible questions that I wasn't really shocked by something being terribly difficult. However, the essay question sort of caught me off-guard.
None really, just prepare your basic ones such as:
Your best qualities
What sets you apart from other studnets (you could clump these two together).
Why Pharmacy.
I did most of the talking. They asked a few questions, it was easy for them.
How would you deal with a situation where you tried to help a patient with treatment, but in the end the result was still negative (treatment doesnt work, patient dies, patient is hurt)?
(something like this) Have you ever been presented w/ a situation where you had multiple options... and explain how you made your choice. It is a scripted question and it threw me off as the last question in an otherwise casual chat w/ the student interviewer
Do you think it is good thing that we now require a PharmD to practice pharmacy rather than just a Bachelors Degree? Why do you think this? and also Describe a time when you're decision was not a unanamimous decision and what was the outcome of it?
Describe a difficult situation that you have encountered and explain why it was difficult, how you dealt with the situation, and what you took from that experience.
This was super hard but I think I handled it pretty well: How would you handle a situation where there was a problem but you could not say or act upon it because you did not possess enough information regarding that matter?
Why pharmacy! I know, I know, it may sound like a very easy question, but when you are in there, with the pressure on you, it is a little tough answering it without any sweat coming out of you!
why do we need pharmacists when we have techs and robots to do the job they do then? (i led him - professor - to this question, but overall, the questions arent too bad here)
Most respondents rate the school location as average.
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What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as average.
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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 utilizing resources such as Student Doctor Network (SDN), mock interviews, and researching the school extensively. They also focused on practicing common interview questions, reviewing their application materials, and seeking advice from current pharmacy professionals.
Go over some common questions asked in every pharmacy school interview (i.e. Introduce yourself, Why pharmacy?, Why this school?)
wrote down a bunch of questions that they might ask, answered them, talked to myself, read the school's website a million times (but they don't ask anything about why you want to go to UOP so it wasn't really helpful)
Got Q's from SDN, outlined possible answers, practiced with someone who is meticulous. It feels odd at first, but you'll get better and you'll feel prepared as interview day comes.
sdn handbook is all you need !! seriously... i recommend everybody to get that book.....
they have a section at the back where there are a lot of questions that you could ask you friend to ask you... and you can practice saying them out lout ....
SDN, pharmacy articles, college career center practice interview clinic, spoke with doctors, spoke with pharmacists, read part of a book about health insurance
Wrote down sample questions from SDN and thought of some others myself and prepared responses to them; researched the school and program; thought alot about my past employment, classes, and life experiences that led me to pursue pharmacy.
Applicants were impressed by the friendliness and welcoming atmosphere of both the students and faculty at the school. They appreciated the efforts made to create a stress-free environment during the interview process, as well as the modern facilities and high-tech resources available.
Really nice students helping out, gave us snacks/food which was nice, pretty but small facilities
The students and faculty seemed very friendly and laid back. There was a familial type of closeness amongst everyone. The fact that the program is accelerated is a big plus also.
Students and staff are as friendly as stated by past SDNers feedback. They do an awesome job making you feel at ease. Interview portion was more at ease than i expected, but still you should practice to common Q's (see Q1 and Q2). Current students say there are many extracirricular activities to be involved.
Students were friendly, articulate, and seemed to have a sense of balance about them. They were involved with service, academics, and fun. Finals were nearing and they were still positive about UOP. Accelerated program.
The students all seemed really enthusiastic and happy to be there. There are so many extracurricular activities to get involved with. They provided cookies and water, which was a great snack in between all the activities.
UOP has an excellent program and the facilities are ''state of the art.'' Housing on campus is right next to the pharmacy school (1 minute walk). And...Stockton is NOT ghetto.
The people there are definitely the most impressive aspect of the school. Also, they have high tech facilities. The faculty seems to enjoy their students. Cookies and water were provided.
Their attitude: they don't try to hide the fact that it will be a demanding curriculum, but they spent a lot of time going over the types of extra-curricular and fun activities that students participate in. The student community seems both involved and fun-loving.
the interviewers were down to earth. they weren't fake or didn't try too hard to impress you. the 3 year program which means you only spend two yrs in stockton
Everyone is nice. New facilities. Interviews were really chill, a bit too chill.....
Alot of chain resutants from sphagetti factory to marie calendars to outback steakhouse to taco bell..etc.
There is something to eat for everyone here.
the fact that they have housing for pharm students, the environment there is very nice--all the students and faculty really care for you (or so it seems)
Nice clean school, new and state of the art equipment, very friendly and positive students and professor, enjoyable experience. They really try to make you feel less nervous. They give you bottle water and a nice pen too.
EVERYONE is friendly and genuine, students, staff, and profs. You can tell they really care about their students here. Also, they give you cookies and water and a chance to chat with other interviewees during the 4 hour visit.
the people were awesome, even the interviewers. very nice, they even gave us water, cookies, a pen and a folder w/info. the facilities are very nice and the newest building is made out of all recycled materials ^_^
Contrary to the negative impression I was given of this school, UOP is actually a wonderful institution. The faculty really seem to care about the students and you can't beat the 3-year curriculum.
My first impression was how beautiful the campus was. People give Stockton a bad rap for being small and having nothing to do, but really, how much time will you really spend out & about in Stockton?
I loved how nice everyone was. The faculty, staff, and current students were so friendly and inviting. They made everyone feel at ease and comfortable.
The new building was amazing. They are very high-tech and really seem to care about their students. The dorms are new and spacious. Overall, I got more than what I expected
the wonderful interviewers (esp this asian girl - shelly? she was cute!), friendly interviewees, and the campus wasnt nearly as bad as i had imagined - actually the new health science building is quite nice. overall, you could tell this school really cares about its students; its more personal. i'm going to another school for location, but i was really impressed by the people and the school and wish i could go to this one for those reasons alone. plus they give you bottled water and cool pens!
The faculty that interviewed me (he received his Pharm D./Ph.D from UCSF.) who was very nice. I had told him that I was applying to UCSF also, and he told me that I should go to there if I get accepted. I guess it kind tells you something about UOP huh?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions about the small and unimpressive campus facilities, the unattractive and unsafe surrounding area of Stockton, and the lack of enthusiasm from some student interviewers. Suggestions included improving campus aesthetics, enhancing the surrounding environment, and ensuring student representatives are more engaging during interviews.
Small facilities, area around the school is not great, not too much information given about student life
Stockton is not the best city in the world, but it's not too bad. As in all cities, there are some bad neighborhoods, just stay away and be smart about it. The school itself though is very safe, and nice.
Stockton. Someone in the group said that they called to order takeout but the restaurant wouldn't deliver to where he was staying in downtown because it was too dangerous. The fact that Stockton is number two behind Oakland in crime rate isn't particularly settling either.
1) Buses not prefered, need car
2)can take it both ways, campus is still growing. New additions are: dining/cafeteria with a "bar" at top level. "clubs" in the city. Quiet place, but can be a good studying atmosphere for some. Plazas and grocery stores are more of driving distance.
The first years are in this kind of run down lecture hall their first year. Not as snazzy as I expected from UOP. Also, most of the students helping with the interview day were pre-pharm at UOP so I found myself wanting to talk to transfer students to get a sense of why UOP.
Student interviewer wasn't really excited or interested in the process and I was the first one he saw. The area is really run-down and kinda depressing.
the school is okay however, it is somewhat small. the dorms are super nice. the library is very small. the students were not as happy. there are many rude 1st year students. classes were out for them when i had my interview. i tried to make some small chat, but none would really want to talk to me.
monitor (person taking me from place to place) and student interviewer seemed socially inept...very difficult to converse...made the interview more of a Q&A as opposed to a conversation.
The mall beside the campus sucks. Area around the campus is a little scary and the town overall just felt sad and unfriendly. Almost all the students were Chinese or from some other Asian descent. A little more diversity would have been nice.
My faculty interviewer seemed a little bitter about pharmacy, either that or he was just playing devil's advocate during the interview. Either way, it threw me off a little bit. After reading these SDN reviews, I expected to get a really friendly interviewer.
Without getting in too much detail...
Sometimes it's hard to find good help. One of the students was pretty rude to me when I wanted to use the bathroom before the interview. Even though I'm a guy and it only takes me 30 seconds, he claimed that things were simply planned too tightly so I wasn't permitted.
Nothing really. Just remember, stockton isnt the best area in the world but its better than Compton or Inglewood. Its not that bad- this is of course coming from a 6'2" 210 lbs male. Judge it yourself it isnt that bad.
Oh yeah, and if you are guy.....brace yourself, females there are not very pretty.
The location of the school is pretty bad, dirty, and seems to be dangerous to be at. The students that interviewed me asked very hard questions that i was not prepared for because it had nothing to do with pharmacy school or my background. The questions are randomed and bizarred. It really depends on the person who interviewed you.
The student interviewer was friendly, though she seemed unprofessional; I didn't notice her take any notes regarding my responses to questions, and openly admitted to being a lazy student. Maybe she was trying to put me at ease.
Some of the students did reinforce the fact that there is basically nothing to do in Stockton. So if you wanna party in pharm school, UOP is not the place.
The students didn't seem to do anything out of the pharmacy sphere. Most are in pharmacy fraternities and so time spent outside of classes are in these organizations.
not much around campus. my order was bad. i had woken up at 6 am to catch a train there, and ended up having writing first, then tour, and FINALLY the interview. i was so exhausted from waking up early, the ride there, and then having to walk around campus all before my interviews.
The city around it. I am from L.A so I'm not used to the low-maintanence lifestyle of Stockton. But, it's only two years that you actually have to stay there, so I can handle it.
everything else. it felt like the 2nd year students just wanted to finish up and move on to other areas of the USA. also, the 2nd year students seem somewhat uptight or obnoxious.
the location - stockton leaves more to be desired for those who care about that kind of thing. that said, its a decent sized town though and not as desolate as i'd previously thought. another is the opportunity for research. while a great pharm school, its not the biggest in research - which i care about. but thats just me.
The student interviewers didn't seem interested or enthusiastic about what you have to say. They were more concerned with getting out of there as soon as possible. I felt very rushed at the interviews due to the short time.
How the students did not take any pride in the town the school was in. I asked them what there was to do outside of school and most of them said there was not much to do in Stockton. Most also said that they went back home since I guess most of the students lived a few hours from Stockton.
Applicants commonly wished they had known about the structure of the interview day, including the timing of activities and the open/closed file interview format. Suggestions included arriving early, dressing comfortably yet professionally, eating before the interview, being prepared for the weather, and staying at a nearby hotel.
No behavioral questions were asked even though I prepared, however 2 situational questions were asked.
That is was open file, I had come to the interview with my resume, but didn't realize that they had it infront of them during the interview and just asked me questions straight from it
Since most of people get good news via email, I checked my email every 10 min. After one week of interview, I got a package and I thought it was a brochure, but it was an acceptance letter.
They give you very delicious cookies! Students will be around all day so if you have any questions about the school, they are really nice and will help you!
Thank goodnes to previous feedbacks!
1) arrive by 12pm because before 12:30pm staff come to gather everyone and walks you to a different building for orientation. They will come back for "stragglers" but let's avoid the panic feeling.
2) morning is still cold 50's, by late morning is when it gets warm 70's.
3)Eat a good breakfast, not too full, but enough to last you till 4pm. School offers cookies and bottled water as snacks.
4) interviews is open file, they refer heavily on your resume.
Eat something before. They give you water and cookies, which is great, but seriously, eat breakfast and lunch before! Get there on time, the interview session gets started at the time they say to check in at.
Definitely get there 15-30 mins before your scheduled ''check-in'' time. My check-in was 12:30. I arrived at 12:15, and felt like I barely had enough time to use the restroom before they were seating us and handing out nametags. If you need to use the restroom, definitely do so before you check in. They didn't seem to be so flexible about letting people leave the room once they'd checked in.
They say check-in is at 12:30 and the day starts at 1:00, but actually things start at 12:30. If I had known I would have checked in earlier (I was sitting in the parking lot) and had time to use the bathroom.
UOP splits you into 3 interview groups for the 3 sections. One group interviews then writes the essay then takes the tour and then the other 2 groups to variants of this.
United Airlins SUCKS! Avoid them. We were grounded at LAX, sitting on the plane on the way back because they couldnt find a gate to connect to the airport WTF?!!
Eat a LIGHT meal before you go. The interview takes 3.5-4hrs, plan your flight accordingly- I know its hard to change when you get a travel pakcage from expedia but....understand that it really does take about 1 hour going back North to Sacramento on the five.
Just pay the few extra measly dollars and stay at the Radisson. Its worth it. DO NOT stay at Vagbaund inn. Stay at a hotel. La-Quinta Suites is very close (1 exit) from the school. My motel was two exits from it and was ghe-tto.
That the interviews were totally no-stress. There's 2 interviews (1 with faculty, 1 with student) and an essay. The essay was just an opinion paper on a current pharmaceutical issue and the interviews were laid-back and very chill. They try to make it a non-stress, fun day for you and it's really enjoyable.
How freakiing small the campus was. Also, I don't think I'll ever forget this interview experience since I walked into an UNLOCKED bathroom with a girl doing her business. Way to start out the interview on the right foot eh?
Overall, applicants found the interview process at UOP to be low-stress and enjoyable, with friendly interviewers and an organized day. Some expressed concerns about the location, while others praised the faculty and campus.
The interviews are not bad. At least from my experience, the interviewers were very nice which helped ease nervousness. Also most people are nervous so don’t be too hard on yourself!
20 minutes went by like a breeze. Also, I am actually a prepharmacy student. I know most of the people who fill these out are transfers, but I was a little disappointed that no one indicated that they were a prepharm in these surveys. So to any prepharm reading this: you have nothing to worry about. My mock interview was way more stressful that this one.
I thought my interview did not go so well. I was intimidated because everyone else said their interview went really well and I did not feel that way at all. So even if you feel like it did not go so well, don't lose hopes! :)
They really make you feel comfortable and the interview day is very organized. The interviews go by super fast because it's just like a conversation. They split you into 3 groups: tour, interview, and essay. Then you rotate between the 3 things-very organized day!
Wonderful school, great faculty. They have a writing sample that's an hour long. It's two interviews - one with faculty, other with student (done separately). Know your resume and come prepared with some questions to ask them!
Split into 3 groups, rotates between writing, tour, and interviews. Grp # is on your name tag, given at beginning of orientation. May want to bring some candy, mint or gum to help calm and refresh yourself.
Remember: Breath, Smile, and Chit Chat. =) Good Luck!
Great school with smart and fun students! Interviewers were friendly and easy to talk to; this really was a "chat session." I mean, we talked about good books and art and travel, hardly anything about pharmacy so I felt like they were really trying to get to know me as a person.
They try to make you as relaxed as possible, I didn't really believe it in the beginning, but people are very nice and approachable. They vary the "interesting" question and the writing sample question with each interview week.
Considering the school. The interview process is pretty low-stress and I wouldn't really worry about it. Not sure if I like the area enough, but it'll depend on what my choices are!
great school... .great students... great campus .... very cosy.. and very professional.... good luck to all you guys who will be interviewing with UOP soon !!
i had fun during the interview. but overall, if i do get accepted, i would not go here. i have one more interview atusc. i am hoping to get into usc instead of uop.
Relaxed interview. It was quick and easy. They have monitors that gets assigned to every 2 students so you can talk to them and ask questions about the school while you wait for your next scheduled event.
It went well. I got accepted but I got into USC (thank goodness). UOP is not a good place to learn pharmacy. It may be a 3 year program but the tution is what kills off the good deal. The professors are awesome. The students sucks! They can't even lead at all. They were too busy criticizing the school that they forgot to tell us how good the school was for us if we were to attend.
They make every effort to relax you, the essay is brief (a page and a half) and in pen. The interviews are indeed chats (my student interviewer was more stressed than I was, if his sweaty palms were any indication).
Overall, I'm not sure how I did. It was my first interview, and I was pretty nervous! My faculty interviewer sort of threw me for a loop, but I think I answered the questions as well as possible, given the situation. I definitely feel better prepared for the next interview though!
UOP is a great school to study pharmacy. The current students were very enthusiastic and there are lots of interesting clubs to join. The interview with the professor was much more relaxing compared to the interview with the student.
Besides the initial issue with the student assistant I mentioned, the interviews went pretty well. Both the student and faculty interviewers were conversational, neither asked particularly off-the-wall questions. All are pretty relevant to what they should know about an applicant.
The cookies were good.
UOP was not at the top of my list, and when I went to the interview I had already gotten my acceptance from USC. I figure I would check out the school anyway, so I came there without really preparing. However, I was very impressed by the school's faculty, facilities, and students. They were all very nice to me (especially my faculty interviewer). We had a great conversation, and it did not seem like an interview at all! I also liked how we had a tour (unlike USC where it was just interview, writting, and you're done).
The only reason why I am not going to UOP (I got my acceptance last week) is because it did not seem to have man opportunities for research. And the location, its in the middle of nowhere. I would be bored out of my mind.
Overall, UOP is a great school. If location is not important to you, I would definitely give UOP a chane.
Orientation/welcome followed by 1) Two 20-minute interviews (one with faculty open-file and one with a 2nd year student closed-file), 2) A campus tour & slideshow presentation, and 3) 1-hour writing sample (opinion essay on a health-related issue)
Had one on one interview with student first, was fun, we talked about cars and pharmacy. The professor was very nice, but asked some questions that made you think. Overall, not too bad.
very relaxing. I was nervous coming into the interview, but when i got there, everyone was friendly and very welcoming. THe faculty seem to be very nice and supportive. The interview was pretty easy
The students were divided into three groups. The first group did a tour, second group interview, and third group the essay. Then rotate. The interview with the professor and student are separte, 15 minutes each. I thought my interview went pretty well.
Enjoy able experience, learned a lot about the school. Got to know the students and professors there. Bad luck with the interview questions (off the wall if you know what i mean).
Both interviews (one student and one with faculty member) were low stress, and they're really just trying to get to know you as a person. I wasn't prepared for one of the faculty member's questions b/c she discussed what she did for awhile and then asked me if I had any questions about what she described--so pay attention! It's a good idea to have a few questions ready. It doesn't hurt to request their card at the end if you can remember, to thank them later. Also, try to squeeze in things about yourself in your responses that you think are important--I felt like there was much I didn't get the chance to say when the interviews were over, and that left me uneasy.
overall really nice, except it was terribly cold there in stockton. they were nice because they gave us cookies in the middle of our interview sessions to calm us down.
Not stressful. Had a little intro. Interviewed with the student (like talking with a classmate). Interviewed with a staff member. Wrote my essay. Group tour with the student. Drove home.
people were divided into three groups and rotated thru the events (writing sample - 1hr, tour/presentation, interview) the interview was split into to sessions, one w/a professor and one w/a 2nd yr student and they both had the resume that you submitted as part of the supp.
Basically, the Dean had told us they were gonna interview about 250-300 students for their class. I'm not sure how many they're gonna accept but UOP is known to have a pretty large class so the odds seem pretty favorable. If you get to inteview, pat yourself on the back. They had like 1900 apps and only interview about 1/6. Good luck!
The interviews with the faculty member and student were very relaxed. It was like have a conversation with someone. We talked about everything: movies, school, the upcoming election, lab experience, pharmacy experience, goals, etc. They want to see that you can talk to people and can carry on a conversation. So relax!
I saw the campus the day before and ran into the Dean of the Pharmacy School. He was very nice and actually took some time to speak with my family. However, on the day of the interview, the rest of the student body did not seem excited to be at the school.
However, what really killed the experience was my faculty interviewer. For my twenty minute interview, he spoke for at least half the time. I found out later that he was one of the most difficult and quirky professors in the school. My student interviewer was fine. I think if I had another faculty interviewer, my experience would have been more positive.
Everyone was extremely kind and it really gave me a good impression about the program. I can really see myself getting along with the rest of the students.
The interview was the least stressful one that I have. Yet it is the one interview I dispise the most. Nothing was interesting about UOP. The students are mean and does not look happy at all!
It was pretty cool. I was in the group that had the interviews last. At first I was concerned and worried because this was my first interview. I think doing the essay and having the tour first made me really relaxed. My advice to all is to talk to the other applicants. That really relaxes you!
When I first read about UOP on SDN, I was so disappointed with all the negative comments. After visiting UOP, I was VERY impressed. Basically, judge the school for yourself, don't just listen to other people's reviews. By the way, the faculty member doesn't have any of your files, but the student interviewer does. They interview you seperatley. Two, 25 minute interviews.
I know that I will get an acceptance from UOP. I went to a UC for undergrad and have a 4.0 GPA as a art major. I have 4 years of pharmacy experience and have my own business.
I am justing waiting on my acceptance letter, sometime in December!
The interview with the current pharmacy student was great layed backa nd chit chatty. The interview with the faculty member was ok, it seemed like he was tring to rattle my cage, by making it seem like he didn't like my answers. But i don't rattle easily and saw right through him.
it went great, however, if you got accepted to another school, go to the other one. UOP is a great school with an awesome curriculum, but with a class size of 200 (with half being there own students)and total debt of about $150,000 after graduating, going to this school might not seem so good esp. considering the shortage of pharmacists in cali is going to end around 2007 and 2008. the place that i live in as of now, is fully saturated with pharmacists, 2 years ago we barely had any. so all in all, if i had to do it all over again, i would of not applied to this school considering the pro's and con's.
3 interviews. 1 faculty, 2 students. each were 15 minutes. 1 45 minute essay and a tour. well organized and ran smoothly. interviews were low stress. basically just conversations.
Hmm...UOP is a good school if you want to get a Pharm D. in 3 years and not get outside distraction. Despite being accepted a few weeks after my interview, I don't think I'll end up going there since I'm looking for a school that offers much more than a degree. The non refundable $500 deposit I threw down is killing me now. SERENITY NOW!
I didn't like the second year students who lead the tour! They seem to not care for the people who are interviewing. They were lazy and overall, suck at what they did!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office increase electronic communication and updates, such as providing pre-requisite information digitally, and maintain a responsive and transparent process to alleviate applicant concerns and nerves.
Admissions office was the most responsive of all the schools I applied to. They also let you know if you were accepted within a couple days! They always keep us updated which is highly appreciated.
