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University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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⭐ Overall Impressions β–Ό

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
πŸ’¬ Interview Questions β–Ό

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about motivations for pursuing counseling psychology, returning to school, and career goals. These questions aim to assess applicants' passion, commitment, and future aspirations in the field.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Southern Mississippi discussed how applicants would handle disagreements with their mentors.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Southern Mississippi discussed how to handle a team member not contributing adequately in a lab setting.
🀝 Interview Format and Logistics β–Ό

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of more than 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 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.
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Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
πŸ“ On-Site Experience β–Ό

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 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 airplane to the interview.

About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?

Most respondents spent between $301 and $400.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as average
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

No responses

What is your ranking of this school's location?

Most respondents rate the school location as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What are your comments on where you stayed?

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βœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions β–Ό

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 candidates mentioned that they prepared for the interview by thoroughly reviewing the school information to familiarize themselves with the organization and its values.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were consistently impressed by the high level of personal attention given to students, which fostered a supportive and engaging learning environment. This individualized approach was seen as a key factor in creating a positive and impactful experience for students.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed dissatisfaction with low funding, suggesting the need for increased financial support to address their negative impression.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

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What are your general comments?

No responses

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses