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University of Utah School of Dentistry Interview Feedback Summary

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Salt Lake City, UT

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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 19% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did well.
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.4
Above Average

Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.

Based on 44 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional 8–8.9 Very Good 7–7.9 Good 6–6.9 Mixed < 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (75%)
No change (25%)

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (50%)
Good (38%)
Average (13%)

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview process to be relaxed and focused on getting to know them as individuals, with a positive emphasis on community involvement and a great overall experience at the school. They expressed a desire to be accepted and had a favorable impression of the University of Utah.
💬 Interview Process ▼

Length, number, and type of interviews

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Length:
48 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.6 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
100% One-on-One
0% Group Interview
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File Type:
100% Open-File
0% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
0% Virtual
100% In-Person
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Interview Location (for In-Person):
100% At the School
0% Other Location

UTAH-DENT-COMP interviews are an average of 48 minutes, with an average of 2.6 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, 100% are in-person, and 0% are closed-file. Of the in-person interviews, 100% are held at the school.

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include scenarios about ethical dilemmas, desired underserved populations for assistance, self-assessment of skills, and requests to introduce oneself. Some respondents mentioned being asked about handling ethical challenges, targeting underserved groups, discussing personal strengths, and providing an introduction.
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What was the most interesting question?

Students said the most interesting question asked at University of Utah School of Dentistry discussed various topics including favorite books, motivations for joining fraternities, negative impacts during shadowing, challenges of dental school, and difficulties in dental assisting. These questions reflect a range of personal, observational, and professional inquiries commonly encountered during medical school interviews.
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How did you prepare for the interview?

Common feedback from applicants on how they prepared for the interview included practicing interview questions, researching the school or company, and reaching out to current students or alumni for insights and advice. Suggestions included practicing with real interview questions, familiarizing oneself with the organization's website, and seeking information from current students or alumni to gain a better understanding of the interview process.
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What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Utah School of Dentistry discussed a wide range of topics including learning diversity concepts, changing the world, personal hobbies not on applications, ethical dilemmas in dentistry, and current podcast preferences. These questions suggest a focus on personal values, ethics, diversity, and critical thinking skills during the interview process.
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What impressed you positively?

Applicants were positively impressed by the extensive clinical experience, abundant extracurricular activities, small student community fostering camaraderie, strong focus on student success, and the opportunity for early clinical exposure. Additionally, they appreciated the location, supportive faculty, advanced technology, and the option to switch to in-state tuition after a year based on marital status.
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What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions about the small population in the area and the inadequate parking situation, which they found inconvenient and unappealing. They also noted a lack of vibrancy in the atmosphere and a general feeling of inconvenience due to parking concerns.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly expressed a desire to have known the importance of thoroughly understanding their application ahead of time, as admissions committees take the time to delve deeply into it. Many wished they had been more prepared and knowledgeable about their application materials before the process began.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?

0 = Low, 10 = High

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.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Based on the lack of feedback provided by applicants regarding suggestions for the admissions office, it is difficult to identify common themes or suggestions.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼

Airports Used

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SLC

50% interviewees used SLC (SLC), with 25% using Delta Airlines (Delta Airlines) and 25% using Salt Lake City and Denver (Salt Lake City and Denver).

What was your primary mode of transportation?

Most interviewees traveled by airplane to the interview.

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100% Airplane
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0% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other

Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees

Most interviewees stayed at the Salt Lake City Marriott University Park (average ranking 10/10), with some staying at Little America (average rating 9/10). (Top 3 displayed)

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Salt Lake City Marriott University Park
10/10
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Little America
9/10
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Marriott Univeristy Park
7/10

What was the cost and time spent traveling?

Cost: Low Cost to High Cost

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Admissions staff (14%)
Faculty member (14%)
Other (14%)
Student (57%)

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (67%)
Neutral (33%)

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