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Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Auburn Campus

Auburn, AL

Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

⭐ 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 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
πŸ’¬ Interview Questions β–Ό

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about MCAT preparation methods, favorite and least favorite college classes, and motivations for pursuing osteopathic medicine. Additionally, responses referencing MMI, Multiple Mini Interview, or nondisclosure suggest that the interviews may have been conducted in an MMI format with possible nondisclosure agreements in place.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Auburn Campus discussed experiences with rural medicine.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Auburn Campus discussed the biggest flaw in the healthcare system today.
🀝 Interview Format and Logistics β–Ό

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 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.

Where did the interview take place?

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

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by Other personnel

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 0-1 hour traveling to the interview.

What was your primary mode of travel?

Most respondents used Other transportation to travel 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)
No responses

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

No responses

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 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
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 utilizing resources like SDN, watching YouTube videos, and practicing interview questions. Additionally, they emphasized the importance of researching the program's website and speaking with current students to gain insights and prepare effectively.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the kindness and positivity of the interviewers, as well as their welcoming and down-to-earth demeanor during the conversational interviews.

What impressed you negatively?

The majority of applicants did not identify any negative aspects that stood out to them during the application process.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly expressed a desire for more information or guidance before starting the process, such as tips or insights that could have better prepared them for the experience.

What are your general comments?

No responses

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses