El Paso, TX
Dental Schools | Public Non-Profit
⭐ 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 experiences with underserved communities, changes in beliefs, artwork sharing, reasons for choosing the school, travel preferences, reflections on failures, leadership experiences, volunteering highlights, strengths and weaknesses, and situational problem-solving scenarios. These questions suggest a holistic approach to assessing candidates and may indicate an MMI format with possible nondisclosure agreements in place.
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Do you think there is enough being done for a specific underserved and underrepresented community?
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How was education different between the two states I lived in?
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What is something you used to believe in you no longer believe in?
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Can I see some of your artwork?
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What do you like about our school?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Texas Tech University - El Paso Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine discussed various topics including community service, self-description by family, and preparing for Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) questions. Some responses indicated a focus on personal qualities and perspectives, while others mentioned specific preparation strategies for the MMI format, which may involve a nondisclosure agreement.
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Why did you serve a specific community?
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MMI questions! Practice using online resources / videos
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How would your parents described you if they were here?
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If my friends and family were here, what would they say about me?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Texas Tech University - El Paso Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine discussed included MMI questions, which were challenging due to their unique nature. The interview format may have been MMI, as indicated by multiple mentions of MMI questions and the need for nondisclosure. Common non-MMI questions focused on personal reflections, future goals post-graduation, and handling setbacks.
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What is your greatest mistake?
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MMI questions because they're so unique
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years after you graduate from dental school? How about 10 years?
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Tell me about a time where you didn't get what you wanted, and what you did about it.
🤝 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.
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 Admissions staff 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 traveled by airplane 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 El Paso International Airport (ELP)
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El Paso International Airport
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ELP
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Home or at home.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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Hyatt Place El Paso Airport
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 engaging in mock interviews, practicing common questions, like "why this school," and "tell me about yourself," and reflecting on their personal motivations and experiences. Many also utilized resources like Youtube videos and practiced speaking out loud to improve their communication skills.
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Mock interviews
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Mock interviews!
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Watched youtube videos and practiced answering sample interview questions
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Have answers for "why dental," "tell me about yourself," and "why this school," and then just do some reflection and understand yourself. Finally practice having conversations and saying your thoughts out loud.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the genuine care and support shown by the faculty, the personalized and well-organized interview process, the state-of-the-art facilities, and the strong sense of community fostered by the program and the El Paso location. They appreciated the focus on individual success, early clinical exposure, and the welcoming environment provided by the faculty and staff.
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faculty seemed to genuinely want to aid in student's success
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Amazing faculty all with diverse experiences. There was an in-depth presentation at the beginning, which I greatly appreciated. This new program was put together with care and detail. They care about feedback from their students. The dean is amazing and talked to each of the students, remembering little details from their applications. The location of El Paso means there will be no shortage of patients to work on. The lack of specialty programs means you will get any and every case. Honestly the dentists that graduate from here will be amazing.
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How smoothly the entire interview day went (admissions team did an excellent job in making individual schedules for applicants to follow)
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The faculty! They are all super funny!
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Everything was brand new and top of the line. Also, El Paso is extremely welcoming and it truly, genuinely feels like everyone is a big family.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the newness and lack of established resources at the school, such as upperclassmen for advice and limited food options. Some also found the location of El Paso to be an adjustment. Suggestions include enhancing support systems for new students and possibly expanding food choices.
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Living in El Paso takes some getting used to.
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The food they provided wasn't amazing but that's an insignificant point.
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This is the first year that they are opened.
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It's a new school so there's not an upper class to get advice from.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Many applicants wished they had known about the waiting time for virtual interviews and the structure of the interview process, including the number of MMI questions and the involvement of volunteer dentists. Suggestions included taking deep breaths before interviews and being aware of the supportive and friendly nature of interviewers.
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Take deep breaths before each interview !
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There's a lot of waiting time for those who chose to interview virtually.
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There is only one MMI question, and later you get interviewed by two volunteer dentists who don't work for the school but are a part of the community.
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Interviewers are very friendly.
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally praised the school for its emphasis on public health and community engagement, with a desire for more clarity in directions to the interview building. The positive experiences included appreciation for the engaging activities and the sense of community at the school.
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Overall this schools is amazing. It places a lot of emphasis on public health and, best case scenario, really looks for students interested in staying in El Paso after graduation. There is a shortage of dentists and dental care here.
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Overall I loved this experience. The day seems long but it really does fly by bc you have so many activities lined up
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It would have been good to make the directions to the interview building a bit more clear.
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Great school, great community.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly praised the admissions office for their quick responses, efficiency, and creating a positive atmosphere for both students and the school.
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Cyd Goldfarb responds quickly and is amazing.
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Nothing, Ms. Goldfarb, Dr. Woodall, and her staff did an amazing job creating a positive atmosphere for the students and the school.
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