University of Texas-Austin College of Pharmacy
Austin, TX
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ 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 high 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 about ethical dilemmas such as providing Plan B pills or clean needles, questions on leadership experiences, challenges faced in pharmacy settings, views on pharmacists' roles and responsibilities, and inquiries about future trends in the field of pharmacy. Responses also suggest a focus on personal motivations for pursuing pharmacy, experiences with patient interactions, and reflections on the importance of continuing education in pharmacy practice.
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If a pharmacist has a moral objection to selling the Plan B pill, does he/she still have an obligation to inform a patient about where it can be purchased?
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Why did you apply to UT?
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Would you supply clean needles to someone with obvious IV drug abuse indicators?
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Continuing education
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if you were president of an organization and had to increase attendance what would you do?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at University of Texas-Austin College of Pharmacy discussed ethical dilemmas, including scenarios involving dispensing medications like Plan B and syringes despite personal beliefs, the future roles of pharmacists in healthcare, and the importance of continuing education. The variety of questions touched on ethical decision-making, professional responsibilities, and personal attributes, reflecting the rigorous and holistic nature of the interview process.
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The group ethical problem solving
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Syringe question
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Ethical Dillema Problem Solving Group activity.
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Should continuing education be mandatory for pharmacists
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What would you do if a patient came in asking for Plan B or syringes?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at University of Texas-Austin College of Pharmacy discussed scenarios like managing time with difficult classes, ethical dilemmas, medication therapy management, and ethical conflicts in pharmacy practice. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on references to nondisclosure agreements and unique ethical questions posed to applicants.
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Without referencing anything on your resume, tell me why we need you at UT
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"How did you manage your time when you had two really difficult classes together?" - Difficult question for me because that semester was a while ago..
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Ethical Dillema Problem Solving Group activity.
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is there anything else you would like us to know about yourself?
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Syringe question - I prepared for this question and somewhat answered but he added more to it and I kinda stuttered on it. like other questions on this feedback, go over this really well
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 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.
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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
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Austin-Bergstrom
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AUS
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Friends or family or with friends or family.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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Summerfield suites
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Ramada Inn Limited
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Radisson
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Marriot Courtyard
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Marriot
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 friendly.
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by extensively utilizing resources like the Student Doctor Network (SDN), reviewing their application materials, participating in mock interviews, and researching the pharmacy program and school. Many also practiced answering common interview questions, discussed with current students or pharmacists, and ensured they were well-versed in their personal statements and essays.
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SDN
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Student doctor network.
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Looked through the feedback on this website; made sure i knew my application well.
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Rehearsed.
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SDN, application essays,
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff and students at the University of Texas pharmacy school, making them feel comfortable and welcomed throughout the interview process. Many applicants highlighted the welcoming and enthusiastic nature of the students, the streamlined interview process, and the campus facilities as positive aspects of their experience.
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Great organization and great impression of school
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The organizations and volunteer programs they have set up!
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Friendliness and professionalism of staff and students. State of the art classrooms
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short interview process, students were all very nice, cool video
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#4 in the nation, study abroad in Europe, cheapest top 15 pharmacy school in US, Austin nightlife, no summer classes, excellent admission adviser (Dr. Wilcox), warm weather
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were commonly unimpressed by the lack of organization in scheduling interviews and tours, the outdated facilities, the unprofessional behavior of some students, the long waits, and the underwhelming presentations and videos. Suggestions include improving scheduling efficiency, updating facilities, ensuring professionalism among staff and students, and enhancing the quality of presentations to make a better impression on applicants.
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none
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Just a little intimidated by how rigorous the curriculum will be.
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Age of building.
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building was built in 1700's
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I came way early and went to the faculty lounge and then went to tour. However, I made the interview on time, but just wondering if I was late or not was really nerve racking. you could always do a tour later but a interview should always come first
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the interview questions, the level of stress, the campus logistics, and the importance of being well-prepared and knowledgeable about the pharmacy profession. They also suggested arriving early, familiarizing oneself with the campus, practicing speaking about oneself confidently, and being aware of potential traffic and parking challenges.
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none
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Nothing really..
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nothing.
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parking is a pain
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not really anything, the syringe question really got me. this was my 3rd interview of that week so I wasnt surprised by the question they asked me.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process at the school to be well-organized, with friendly interviewers who were interested in getting to know the applicants. Some suggestions included wearing professional attire, arriving early to chat with current students, and being prepared to discuss personal statements.
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None.
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The interview day really gave me a strong sense of what the college is like - we got to see the building, talk to current students, listen to some current professors, and learn about specific programs and classes. Also I liked the fact that it was only 4 hours and not the whole day. They even had food! Really well-organized.
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This is a phenomenal school with a phenomenal pharmacy program. All students and staff have the utmost professionalism at all times. There was a lot to do, but the dual Group/One-on-One format interviews I think help to give the school the best portrait of the applicants.
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this school is awesome, too bad im in the dumber side of the applicant pool to get admitted cuz I would go here in a heartbeat and im an out of state student
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It was really just a conversation with the interviewers! They were really nice, attentive, and genuinely interested in getting to know you. Just go in there with a mindset of talking to someone about what draws you to pharmacy! I think you will naturally be able to impress them as long as you are knowledgeable about the field. Don't worry. The interviewers are very very nice!
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should consider implementing team-building exercises and providing parking passes with interview packets to improve the overall experience and efficiency of the application process.
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None
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A team-building exercise would have been beneficial
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Include a parking pass with the interview packet/information. I spent an hour finding parking and th
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