Washington State University - Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine Interview Feedback Summary
Spokane, WA
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 45% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.7
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 46 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.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school as average compared to other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (88%)
No change (13%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (38%)
Good (25%)
Average (38%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the MMI format manageable and the interviewers to be friendly and calming. Some expressed concerns about the school's newness but overall recognized its potential and reputation.
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I was nervous about the MMI format, but it was actually just fine. The scenarios were pretty simple and the interviewers were very nice and help you feel calm.
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Great in-state school
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You get the opportunity to interact with a number of the students (you have lunch with them and go on a tour with them), see the anatomy lab, and see most of the campus (which is tiny). Seems a little risky for now since having only started a couple years ago (Dec. 2018 when I interviewed), but WSU in general has a reputable name and is a quality university. My advice would be to go here if you for sure to go into rural medicine in Washington, but otherwise I would pursue other opportunities.
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The 13 minute one on one went by fast
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Clearly an excellent program. Although it is new, I would have no concerns about the quality of education I would receive from this school.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
43 Minutes Average
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Number:
8.4 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
88% One-on-One
13% Group Interview
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File Type:
13% Open-File
88% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
WSU-FLOYD-COMP interviews are an average of 43 minutes, with an average of 8.4 interviews. 88% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 88% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools are part of the MMI format, where respondents may be subject to a nondisclosure agreement. Stations typically include scenarios and a traditional interview segment, with a focus on assessing various skills and attributes of applicants.
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NDA
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MMI
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There were 8 stations in the MMI: 7 of them had scenarios and 1 of them was a 13 minute traditional interview
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Washington State University - Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine discussed was related to MMI format, indicating a structured interview process. Due to potential nondisclosure agreements, specific questions were not disclosed.
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MMI
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by practicing MMI questions, reviewing their application, and articulating their motivation for medicine. Some also engaged in mock interviews, studied the school's website, and purchased resources for practicing speaking to a camera.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I did their mock interview which was offered by SNMA (Student National Medical Association) at WSU. I also had to practice talking to the computer camera and I did that by purchasing a few resources for that.
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MMI Prep
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Read MMI practice questions and responses; studied ESFCOM's website; studied my application
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Nothing. Ran through a few MMI scenarios, but you can’t really prep
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Went over my application (no need for this in hindsight), practiced articulating my motivation for medicine, went over general practice questions
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Washington State University - Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine discussed involved Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) scenarios, with some scenarios proving to be more challenging than others, indicating a potential nondisclosure agreement in place for respondents.
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MMI
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Some MMI scenarios were harder than others
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were positively impressed by the welcoming and supportive atmosphere at the school, the genuine and helpful staff, the camaraderie among students and faculty, the campus resources and facilities, and the school's focus on student success both during and after graduation. They also appreciated the community-based curriculum and clinical opportunities offered by the school.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The interview was pretty much all day and it was exciting to learn more about the school and what it has to offer. The staff seemed to be very genuine and helpful.
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Coordination and resources on campus
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Faculty and students were wonderful and kind. Facilities were nice. Spokane is a nice place.
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Camaraderie among students and faculty
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Nice little campus, laid back vibe. All of the students seem very enthusiastic to be going there, and most seem very "chill". Awesome school if you are interested in rural medicine in Washington w/their community-based curriculum and clinical sites.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were generally unimpressed by the lack of amenities and access to affordable parking near the separate WSU Spokane campus, as well as the seemingly irrelevant campus tour experience. Some applicants also expressed concerns about the perception of the program being experimental and the potential uncertainty of regional site placements for years 3 and 4. Suggestions included improving the campus experience, addressing concerns about regional site placements, and ensuring more transparency and clarity in the program structure.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing, I thought everything was great.
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Having to tour before interview while other group interviewed then toured
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Separate from WSU main campus (which is in Pullman, WA) so there aren't many student amennities to have access to. No affordable parking near campus.
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Majority of the campus tour seemed irrelevant and more just something to do for the group who wasn’t interviewing
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Currently (Dec. 2018) seems like a bit of an experiment, and they are figuring things out along the way. A couple of the students gave off the "I'm so great/entitled millennial" vibe, which was kindof annoying.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time that the MMI would be relaxed and friendly, with interviewers making an effort to put them at ease. They emphasized the importance of not stressing too much and feeling comfortable during the interview process.
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Not to stress as much
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That the MMI was going to be really chill and easy.
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How chill the MMI was and how warm/friendly the interviewers were
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That they truly do their best to make you feel at ease on the interview day and during the interview. There are no acting scenarios and no questions specifically designed to stress you out.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?
0 = Low, 10 = High
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.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should send out additional offer batches in November, December, and January to reduce the long waiting period between the initial October batch and the next offer round in February/April.
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They told us that they send out 2 batches of offers: the first at the end of October and the next in Feb/Apr. I wish that they would send out other batches in Nov/Dec/Jan. If you don't make the Oct batch, Feb is a lonnng time to have to wait.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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Spokane Intl.
50% interviewees used Spokane Intl. (Spokane Intl.), with 50% using Spokane (GEG).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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33% Airplane
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67% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Courtyard Marriott (average ranking 7.5/10), with some staying at Davenport Tower (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Courtyard Marriott
7.5/10
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Davenport Tower
10/10
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AirBnB
5/10
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.7
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 46 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.
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Other (29%)
Student (71%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (100%)
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