University of Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry Interview Feedback Summary
London, ON
Dental Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.5
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 28 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.
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
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
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was unfriendly.
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What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as average.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was unresponsive.
No responses
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include ethical scenarios like handling witness testimonies, prioritizing tasks, explaining reasons for choosing dentistry, discussing past experiences related to assignments or conflicts, and decision-making when faced with multiple options for dental school acceptance. Some respondents mentioned an MMI format with non-disclosure agreements possibly in place for certain questions.
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You have a very well-paying job. One day while in the bathroom you witness a customer fall and slip and hurt himself. You bring this to your employer's attention but he shrugs it off. Six months later this customer files a law suit. Your boss wants you to deny having witnessed anything in court. What do you do?
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You have a huge essay/exam tomorrow, but your best friend calls and says she really needs someone to talk to. What would you do?
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Why you chose dentistry?
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Why do you want to become a dentist?
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Tell me a time when you handed in an assignment late.
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry discussed a variety of situational, behavioral, and personal questions, including scenarios about witnessing dishonest behavior, managing promises to loved ones, and sharing hobbies. The diverse range of questions indicates a focus on assessing character, ethics, and personal experiences during the interview process.
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The situational and behavioral questions were all interesting.
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Tell me about a time you witnessed dishonest behaviour.
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What are your hobbies?
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Standard CDA questions.
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You are close to your mother and promised to visit her at 3 times during school term. You have not been able to keep your promises and you are about to disappoint her a 4th time, what would you do?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry discussed various scenarios, such as managing personal issues affecting studies and reflecting on past experiences. Some respondents mentioned questions with multiple parts adding complexity, while others found the questions straightforward or non-challenging.
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same
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none.
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They were all easy
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A few of the questions had multiple parts to them. I had to keep asking them the different parts just to make make sure I had answered all of them.
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You have always been a good student but recently you are emotionally disturbed by personal issues. Final exams are coming up and you cannot concentrate on your study, what would you do?
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 minutes.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 2 people.
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.
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.
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Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Many applicants prepared for the interview by conducting mock interviews, reviewing past interview questions, reflecting on personal experiences, and practicing with friends. Using online resources, such as forums and sample questions, was also common to help prepare for potential interview scenarios.
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Mock interview, read over forums
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looked up past CDA questions and prepared a list of my personal experiences that reflect some of the common situations that are asked about
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previous interviews, mock interviews, practice with friends
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Thought about past experiences
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Google, mock interview, wrote out questions...pretty standard stuff.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the friendly and relaxed atmosphere of the program, the enthusiastic and warm interviewers, and the impressive facilities and faculty pride. They noted a lack of stress among students and highlighted the positive experiences shared by current students.
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The students seemed to be having a great time in the program, no one looked stressed out. Everyone was extremely friendly.
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friendliness of the student guides
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The students genuinely seemed to enjoy their school life and took pride in the facilities and the faculty.
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Relaxed attitudes.
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Facilites. Endodontics program. Student lounge.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions such as limited access to facilities or information, dissatisfaction with interview formats or lack of interaction opportunities, and inadequate guidance or organization during the visit. Suggestions included improving signage, providing more personalized interactions, and ensuring better availability of resources.
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nothing really
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everything was closed because it was a weekend
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I didn't like the interview format. It was standard set of scenarios set by the CDA that are supposed to measure how you respond to certain situations. It isn't my sort of thing.
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Nothing
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No one at the university knew where the medical sciences building is!!!! They could have put up better signs. I personally didn't like the student giving the tour... but the rest of the students seemed nice enough.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Most applicants wished they had known more about the interview process, particularly the potential stress of certain moments like walking down an "interview hallway." Additionally, some applicants mentioned they would have liked to know more about specific skills or techniques needed, such as tying a Windsor knot.
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I wish i had known that the most stressful part of the interview was walking down the "interview hallway"..dun dun dun After that it was awesome.
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no surprises
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Nothing
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That a windsor knot is a little more tricky than I thought!
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally expressed positive feedback about the school, curriculum, and overall experience, with some noting concerns about the interview process and timing. Suggestions included improving interviewer attentiveness and ensuring adequate time for interviews.
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The school was great, the students were great, the curriculum and equipment were great...what else is there to say?
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I'm not sure whether I like this style of interview. The interviewers were always looking down and writing what I was saying. I doubt they actually listened to what I was saying. They seemed far too busy trying to take little notes. The school is nice but nothing spectacular. The students do seem to like it there though.
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Once I started talking, my stress level decreased dramatically.. When I walked out of the room, I felt pretty confident.
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A very good experience
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It was an absolutely beautiful day. Sunshine and a light breeze made everything perfect. Suit and tie came together better than I thought. I arived a little late...so I missed the presentation. Managed to get a tour. Interviews are supposed to last 45 min. Mine lasted 25...I'm concise, what can I say? Went home. Overall, very pleasent.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
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📍 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.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
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 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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
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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?
The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
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How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
Would you recommend the hotel?
No responses
What are your comments on where you stayed?
No responses
All Responses
| Application Cycle ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
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| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
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