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Wayne State University School of Medicine

Detroit, MI

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 37% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview mixed with a low stress level, and felt they did well.
⭐ 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 low 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 encompassed various topics such as experiences that challenged principles, implicit bias, ethical dilemmas, impact on others' lives, career goals, preparation for medical school, and reasons for choosing medicine and the specific institution. The responses also included inquiries about family background, academic history, extracurricular activities, research experiences, motivations for pursuing medicine, future aspirations, and how applicants handled setbacks or failures. Additionally, the responses highlighted questions about high school details, ACT/SAT scores, clinical and volunteer experiences, preparation for standardized tests, and interest in specific medical specialties.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said the most interesting questions asked at Wayne State University School of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including explaining the COVID vaccine, differentiating between equity and equality, sharing medical journal preferences, reflecting on implicit bias in medicine, and envisioning alternate career paths if all health issues were eradicated. Some responses indicated a conversational approach, while others mentioned specific questions related to their applications and personal experiences.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Wayne State University School of Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including ethical dilemmas, personal strengths, coping skills, and future aspirations. While some encountered technical queries and specific inquiries about research or academic performance, the interview format was generally conversational and personal, with a focus on understanding the applicant's motivations for pursuing medicine.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

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 1 person.

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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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 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?

Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing their application materials, reading interview feedback on Student Doctor Network (SDN), and researching the school's website. Many also practiced answering common interview questions and sought advice from current students or friends who attend the school.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness, enthusiasm, and genuine interest shown by the interviewers, students, and staff at Wayne State. The access to a wide range of clinical experiences, the proximity of numerous hospitals, and the opportunities for hands-on learning in a diverse and underserved community were highlighted as major positives. Additionally, the relaxed and laid-back atmosphere, the focus on community service, and the school's commitment to providing a realistic and transparent view of the program were common themes of positive feedback.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were generally unimpressed by the lack of organization and information provided during the interview day at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Many expressed dissatisfaction with the facilities, interview process, tour, and the overall lack of enthusiasm and transparency from faculty and students. Suggestions included improving the presentation of the school, offering more detailed tours, addressing the disorganization, enhancing the interview experience, and providing more information about the curriculum and financial aid.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants wished they had known ahead of time that the interview format had changed for the 2022-2023 cycle, with multiple 30-minute interviews including one with a faculty member, a medical student, and an MMI. They also emphasized the importance of being relaxed, knowing their application well, and being prepared for a conversational interview.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally found the interview experience at Wayne State University to be positive and low-stress, often describing it as a relaxed conversation about their application materials and personal experiences. Many appreciated the friendly and welcoming atmosphere, though some wished for more information about the school and its programs. The focus on clinical experience, the community-oriented environment, and the campus facilities were highlighted as positive aspects, while some concerns were raised about the outdated facilities and lack of presentation about the school during the interview day.
  • Seems like a very community oriented school and the students are very positive and the faculty seems like it really cares.
  • Overall I'm sure it's a good school, but I just had a very negative interview experience from the people I had interacted with.
  • While they don't ask conventional questions, reviewing them and what you would say, and also going over your experiences, even ones not on your application will help you prepare for unexpected questions.
  • I would have liked to know more about the school. I have no idea if I would be a good fit for them. Too much time was devoted to the city of Detroit. That's nice but I'm from OOS and I'm going to medical school not moving to Detroit for a career. They interview a lot and have a huge class size 300 students. It's pass/fail and volunteering is required and so is early clinical exposure but very little specifics were given about the program. I really wasn't sure why they asked me to come.
  • Some students discussed a cheating problem the school had and it was interesting how they are dealing with it (but they seemed that the problem is gone)

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

The most common feedback and suggestions from applicants to the admissions office include the need for a more informative admissions presentation covering tuition, scholarships, and program details, as well as requests for more organized and structured interview days with additional information on financial aid and campus facilities. Applicants also highlighted the desire for eco-friendly practices such as online applications and reduced paper waste in admissions materials.