Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Detriot, MI
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ 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 applicant's motivations for pursuing pharmacy, experiences in the field, future goals, ethical dilemmas, and their understanding of the pharmacy profession's challenges and role in the community. Some respondents mentioned being asked a series of questions in an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) format, which could involve a nondisclosure agreement regarding specific questions asked during the interview process.
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Explain an experience
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why wayne?
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What type of pharmacist, clinical or retail, do you see yourself becoming after pharmacy school and why?
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What types of qualities do you think you have that can make you a good pharmacist?
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Why Wayne State?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences discussed a wide range of topics including putting the patient first, pharmacy-related activities, reading habits, reasons for choosing pharmacy, studying habits, and the relevance of past experiences to their candidacy. Some responses hinted at an MMI format and possible nondisclosure agreements, suggesting a structured interview process with confidential components.
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"Do you have any questions for us?"
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What does "putting the patient first" [when making the oath during the white coat ceremony] mean to you?
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What pharmacy related activities have you taken part in?
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What do you read other than textbooks?
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Why Pharmacy?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences discussed various scenarios, including ethical dilemmas like selling unnecessary multivitamins for business purposes and challenges related to the future of the pharmacy field. Respondents also mentioned unexpected questions about career choices and personal experiences, with some facing inquiries about addressing recurring problems to test their initiative. Some responses suggested the interview may have been in an MMI format, potentially involving a nondisclosure agreement.
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where do you see the pharmacy field going 10 years from now?
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none were difficult, all equally challenging
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the essay question: you are a trainee pharmacist for 2 weeks. a patient walks up to you and says that he feels he needs a multivitamin. however, through your counseling you find out that the patient has good health and a good diet so you tell them they don't need a multivitamin. the pharmacist hears this (an earshot away) and tells you to sell the multivitamin regardless because if you didn't it would be bad for business. what would you do?
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Weren't really any difficult questions
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They were all difficult to answer in the best possible light.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 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 0-1 hour 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 No common airport information was provided.
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Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit
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Emabassy Suite
How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as average
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 good.
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?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by conducting mock interviews, researching potential questions from platforms like Student Doctor Network (SDN) and school websites, and practicing their responses while ensuring they come across as genuine and not rehearsed. They also sought advice from current students and professionals in the field to understand the interview process better and be well-prepared.
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Student Doctor's interview feedback. I also wrote up all of the potential questions and wrote bullet point answers for each question so that I would make sure to say every important point I wanted to get across. But it's important to not sound like a robot on the day of the interview.
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thought about the possible scenarios that i could face
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student doctor, researched other questions online, practiced
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SDN, read up on the school, mock interviews
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mock interviews
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere created by the faculty and students at Wayne State University's pharmacy program. They appreciated the engaging interview process, new facilities, supportive staff, and the opportunity for practical experience in various pharmacy settings. Some applicants also highlighted the high level of technology and equipment available at the school.
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Very nice and welcoming! The interview was more of a conversation than a typical one way interview
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You could tell that Wayne State does their best in creating a relaxing interview environment. It also helped that the P2 students were extremely friendly and insightful.
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Pharmacy students were extremely helpful and positive
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The friendliness of all the pharmacy students and staff
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Both interviewers were very nice and seemed to be interested in what I had to say.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about limited interaction and engagement during interviews, including lack of questions asked, note-taking, and a delayed start time. Additionally, negative impressions were shared regarding interviewers' demeanor, campus location, facilities, and scholarship opportunities. Suggestions include improving interviewer preparedness, enhancing campus amenities, and providing more information on scholarship options and potential campus improvements.
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Only had time to ask one question
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nothing
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They didn't really ask many questions of me before they said, "Do you have any questions for us?" Also they didn't take any notes. This worries me a bit, although I think the interview went well.
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How I wanted to rip the gaudy veneer off many surfaces.
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The faculty who interviewed me, and the students who were helping during the interview day weren't that great. Plus the interview started 1 hr later than was planned.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the interview format and timeline for hearing back from the program. They suggested relaxing, preparing for a more discussion-based interview, and eating before to combat nerves.
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how tough was the interview
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That it was going to be more of a discussion than a rigid question-answer format.
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just to relax
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That I wouldn't hear back from them for 3 months after the interview.
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eat before the interview! I was so hungry afterwards from the nerves and morning pep talk!
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally expressed gratitude for acceptance, positive experiences during the interview process, and feedback on areas like the lack of communication post-interview, parking issues, and long wait times for acceptance decisions. Suggestions include clearer expectations post-interview, improved communication, and shorter decision wait times.
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Excellent university, very thankful to God that I got accepted into their program.
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It was a great and pleasant experience.
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Again, it was a bit off-putting that they didn't really ask me questions and they didn't write anything down.
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I got a parking ticket while in the parking structure!
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Not a bad school. Location is decent considering it's in Detroit. Wished the WSU people could have told what to expect after the interview process. Waited 3 months to finally get accepted.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should provide a financial aid presentation and streamline the process for signing up for interview dates to make it faster and easier for applicants.
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have a financial aid presentation
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Wish there was a fast and easier way to sign up for interview dates. We exchanged emails many times to confirm a date and time.
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