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University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences

Toledo, OH

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 31% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.
⭐ 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 include inquiries about the top challenges in healthcare, ethical scenarios, motivations for pursuing medicine, reflections on personal experiences, opinions on healthcare reform, and questions about handling difficult situations with patients and colleagues. Some respondents also mentioned facing Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) formats and being asked about nondisclosure agreements, suggesting a structured and confidential interview process in those cases.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences discussed a wide range of topics, including the rewards and challenges of being a physician, ethical scenarios involving patient care, personal interests and hobbies, decision-making processes for pursuing medicine, and societal issues in healthcare. The interviews featured a mix of standard questions and thought-provoking inquiries, with some participants mentioning ethical dilemmas, while others engaged in more casual and conversational discussions with interviewers.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences discussed a wide range of ethical scenarios, including euthanasia, disclosure of medical information to patients, and healthcare system reform. Many respondents mentioned facing questions related to healthcare issues and ethical dilemmas, while some highlighted personal attributes and challenges in the medical field, with a few referencing an MMI format and potential nondisclosure agreements.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

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 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 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.

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 2-3 hours 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.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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 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?

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?

Most applicants prepared for the interview by reading feedback on Student Doctor Network (SDN), reviewing their application materials, practicing common interview questions, and researching the school's website. Suggestions included mock interviews, discussing ethical issues, and staying updated on healthcare news.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of the people they encountered, including faculty, staff, and students. They also appreciated the school's focus on student well-being, the beautiful campus facilities, the integrated curriculum, and opportunities for hands-on clinical experience. Suggestions included continued emphasis on diversity, improving facilities, and maintaining a supportive, non-competitive environment.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were most commonly negatively impressed by factors such as rude interviewers, dreary campus atmosphere, lack of excitement from student ambassadors, poor facilities like the library, the rural location of Toledo, unprepared interviewers, disorganization, lack of diversity, and the overall impression of Toledo as a city. Suggestions included improving interviewer professionalism, campus facilities, diversity efforts, and providing more engaging experiences for applicants visiting Toledo.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the need to navigate the campus to find interview locations, the emphasis on ethical questions during interviews, the informal and conversational nature of interviews, and the potential wait times between different parts of the interview day. They also mentioned the high cost of out-of-state tuition, the lack of diversity, and the need for familiarity with topics like healthcare systems and ethical dilemmas.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally provided feedback about their positive impressions of the school's faculty, curriculum, and student body, as well as the supportive and friendly interview atmosphere. Some mentioned concerns about the location of the campus and diversity within the medical school. Suggestions included improving coordination within the admissions office and providing clearer information about programs and services offered.
  • It's a good program, but not too too much to do in the city. Student body seemed like good people, admissions staff were super nice and helpful.
  • Good, not great school. Quite expensive. But if you put in the effort as a student, you can match in pretty much any specialty you desire.
  • Overall, good impression. Would be a great place to receive a medical education.
  • Decent school with very down to earth people. The staff has recently had a lot of turnover. Coupled with an increase in applications, I can very reasonably see how there might be confusion within the admission's office. I had to ask multiple sources the same question in order to get a response that I trusted--not everybody is knowledgeable of all the programs and services offered at the school.
  • beautiful campus

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

Applicants commonly suggested improving interviewer training and etiquette, making interviews more accessible, reducing unnecessary email communication, providing more student perspectives, ensuring consistency in communication, transitioning to online applications, and enhancing the presentation of the school to attract more diverse applicants nationwide.