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University of Texas-Austin College of Liberal Arts

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Austin, TX

Psychology 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 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 the candidate's motivations, research experience, and interests. Some interviews may be in an MMI format with nondisclosure agreements in place based on other responses.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Texas-Austin College of Liberal Arts discussed a variety of topics, with no specific standout question mentioned.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Texas-Austin College of Liberal Arts discussed strategies for managing patient reluctance to engage with healthcare providers.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 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.
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 4-6 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 Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

No responses

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 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 thoroughly researching the program, reading articles, and familiarizing themselves with the faculty and admissions statistics. They emphasized reviewing materials on the website, reading the student handbook, and studying work by their potential supervisor.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the supportive and friendly environment created by both faculty and students, as well as the quality of the clinical sites. They appreciated the sense of community and camaraderie within the program.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly mentioned concerns about the financial aid process being inconsistent and the limited funding available. Suggestions included improving the transparency and reliability of financial aid information and increasing the amount of financial support provided to students.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants wished they had known more about the specific structure of the program and whether they would have direct contact with their potential supervisors or mentors prior to applying. This information could have influenced their decision-making process and preparation for the application process.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally shared positive feedback about the School Psych Ph.D. program, highlighting the program's great staff and flexibility.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office implement an online system for submitting letters of recommendation for convenience and efficiency.
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