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University of Wyoming College of Arts & Sciences

Laramie, WY

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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⭐ Overall Impressions β–Ό

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 as average compared to other schools.

How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?

Most rank this school as average compared to other schools they applied to.
0 = Below, 10 = Above
πŸ’¬ Interview Questions β–Ό

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

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What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at University of Wyoming College of Arts & Sciences discussed student-led inquiries about the program.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at University of Wyoming College of Arts & Sciences discussed various scenarios in an MMI format, indicating a structured interview style with potential nondisclosure agreements. Common themes included ethical dilemmas, teamwork challenges, and personal reflection queries.
🀝 Interview Format and Logistics β–Ό

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 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.
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Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
πŸ“ On-Site Experience β–Ό

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 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 Denver International Airport (DEN)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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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?

Most respondents would recommend their hotel.

What is your ranking of this school's location?

Most respondents rate the school location as poor.
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?

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βœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions β–Ό

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 researching the professor of interest, reading their articles, and familiarizing themselves with their work. They also anticipated common interview questions to ensure they were well-prepared.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the positive relationships between students and faculty, the good student morale, and the absence of a competitive atmosphere. They also admired the strong school spirit and the proactive approach of students in creating a vibrant community despite the isolated location.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the frequent need to relocate for clinical work and the limited availability of opportunities in certain locations. Additionally, many were discouraged by the extended duration it took to complete the program in the past and the current pressure from faculty to expedite the completion timeline. Suggestions included providing more stable clinical placement options and ensuring a reasonable timeline for program completion.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants overwhelmingly expressed satisfaction with the communication and information provided before their visit, indicating that they did not have any major concerns or regrets about what they wished they had known ahead of time.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally appreciated the welcoming and impressive environment created during the interview process, highlighting the positive experiences shared by current students and accessible faculty. However, some expressed a concern about the school's focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) being more intense than their own preference.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

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