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West Virginia University Eberly College of Arts and Sciences Interview Feedback Summary

Morgantown, WV

Psychology Schools | Public Non-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

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

What is your ranking of this school's location?

Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unfriendly.
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What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the areaโ€™s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unresponsive.
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๐Ÿ’ฌ Interview Questions โ–ผ

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Medical school applicants commonly face questions about the other institutions they are interviewing with. This data suggests that interviewers inquire about the applicant's interview schedule and decision-making process.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at West Virginia University Eberly College of Arts and Sciences discussed research topics with their potential advisor, highlighting the importance of research match in the interview process.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at West Virginia University Eberly College of Arts and Sciences discussed inquiries about other schools applied to and potential mentors there.
โœ… Interview Preparation and Impressions โ–ผ

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of 20 - 30 minutes.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents felt positively about their interview.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 5 or more people.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as low stress.
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How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.

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.
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Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at the school.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Most applicants mentioned conducting thorough research on the program and seeking insights from current students to familiarize themselves with the program before the interview. Engaging with current students and gaining in-depth knowledge about the program were common strategies highlighted by applicants.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the welcoming environment and supportive people within the program. They also highlighted the excellent resources, modern facilities, and strong connection with professors as major positives that stood out to them.
  • The people were a definite plus, I just felt comfortable there! The resources were amazing and the building was quite new so that was a big plus for me. I meshed research wise with the professors insanely well. I just can't say enough good things, it is the perfect program for me!

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the extensive interview process involving multiple faculty members and graduate students, leading to a long and potentially exhausting day. Additionally, some applicants were not completely convinced about the location of Morgantown, indicating a need for further information or reassurance about the area.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants expressed a wish to have had more information about the program beforehand to better prepare and make informed decisions. They recommended conducting thorough research and seeking insights from current or past participants to have a clearer understanding of the program expectations and requirements.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally provided positive feedback about the interview process, highlighting the multiple interview rounds, building tour, and department party. They found the experience engaging and enjoyable, considering it one of the best interviews they had attended.
  • I had about 14 interviews, half hour ones at first and then 15 minute ones in the afternoon. We also received a tour of the building including the clinic and research labs. The night after the interview there was a huge party for the department with free alcohol (which I personally didn't touch). I at first thought this was a test to see if someone would get drunk, but I don't feel that way now as much. It was just a good way to meet the rest of the department. It was an amazing experience; by far the best interview I went on and I went on several!

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

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๐Ÿ“ On-Site Experience โ–ผ

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.

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

What were your total hours spent traveling?

Most respondents spent 7+ hours 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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
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Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

The most commonly mentioned hotel that users stayed in is the "Hilton Garden Inn."
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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 are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses

All Responses

Application Cycle โ–ฟ Impression Performance Interview Location
2009-10 Positively ๐Ÿ™‚ Great N/A