West Virginia University Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry Interview Feedback Summary
Morgantown, WV
Dental Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
6.9
Mixed
Mixed experience; organization and communication appear average with varied impressions and occasional stress.
Based on 119 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 above all other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (68%)
Negatively (25%)
No change (7%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (15%)
Good (50%)
Average (25%)
Poor (5%)
Bad (5%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview experience to be relaxed and conversational, with an emphasis on being oneself and not feeling stressed. They appreciated the welcoming and caring attitude of the interviewers and the opportunity to learn more about the school.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Just relax and be yourself. they just want to get to know you and have a conversation with you. they mostly ask easy questions or things about your application, so just know yourself and you'll be fine.
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I was very impressed with WVU
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Great school
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Just be yourself. It's not a firing squad. Everyone was very cheerful and seemed genuinely interested in getting to know you as a person. Great school and overall great interview experience!!
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Pretty much standard interview...nothing to really stress about. There were about 12 other people at the interview (you could tell that everyone was really nervous). Started with a timed writing sample; no big deal, just quick paragraph answers. Then lunch with the dental students (talk to them!) followed by a tour of everything. Then a general powerpoint presentation on the school. The interview was conversational with 2 of the faculty members. No pressure here, just the standard questions. Great experience overall...very quick and painless. Big emphasis on the small size of their class (50) and their clinical prep. White coat ceremony is not until the beginning of the 3rd year however. They also said that out-of-staters should be proud since there's only 10-12 spots for out-of-state applicants and they don't interview / accept many. 11am - 3pm roughly.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
33 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.4 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
74% One-on-One
26% Group Interview
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File Type:
96% Open-File
4% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
WVU-COMP interviews are an average of 33 minutes, with an average of 2.4 interviews. 74% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 4% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about strengths and weaknesses, motivations for pursuing dentistry, reasons for choosing specific schools like WVU, experiences with manual dexterity, academic performance, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Some respondents mentioned being asked about their friends' perceptions, while others faced questions about challenging academic courses and specific details from their application. It's worth noting that some respondents may have experienced an MMI format interview with a nondisclosure agreement in place.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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3 strengths/3 weaknesses
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If we picked any random three of your friends, what three things would they say about you?
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Strengths/weaknesses
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Why dentistry
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Why did you apply only to WVU?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at West Virginia University Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry discussed a range of topics, including study abroad experiences, personal qualities as described by friends, dealing with difficult people, hometown details, academic challenges, reasons for school choices, and the transition from dental hygiene to dentistry. Some responses hinted at an MMI format with non-disclosure agreements due to mentions of specific questions or exclusivity of acceptance rates.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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They asked me about a study abroad class I took
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As noted above, what would three friends say about you
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Do you like football
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How do you deal with difficult people?
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If your friends could describe you in two words what would they be?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for interviews by reviewing the school's website, using Student Doctor Network (SDN) for information, practicing mock interviews, and mentally preparing answers to potential questions. Many applicants studied their applications, read personal statements, and researched common interview questions to feel more confident and prepared for the interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Read this website and other websites/youtube videos, read my application and personal statement
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Mock-interviews at school
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I read this website, reviewed my application, and listened to some fun music on my drive to the school to get pumped up.
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Looked over my application, student doctor, looked up frequently asked questions and had a friend ask them to me
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SDN, website, went over AADSAS application
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at West Virginia University Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry discussed why students would choose WVU over other schools, future plans if not accepted, and qualities coworkers would mention about them. The interview format may have been an MMI based on responses mentioning nondisclosure agreements, with questions focusing on personal attributes and motivations for pursuing dentistry.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Why WVU over your instate school? (im oos)
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None were difficult, it was basically a 30 minute conversation
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Have you ever been to WVU football game? I didn't know they played football
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If we gathered all of your coworkers up, what would they about you?
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Nothing was difficult. Just the standard Q's.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the school, the modern and well-maintained facilities, and the genuine care and concern shown by faculty and staff. Many also noted the ongoing renovations and updates to the clinics, as well as the relaxed and non-stressful interview experience.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How friendly everyone was
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The energetic personalities of everyone at the school
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The facilities were pretty nice
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Everyone was very friendly, and the overall atmosphere was very non-stressful. It was an enjoyable day.
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Newly renovated clinics
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about outdated facilities, short or rushed interviews/tours, lack of enthusiasm from students, and the impact of budget constraints on the school. Suggestions included longer and more detailed tours, more time for interviews, and improved facilities through renovations despite financial challenges.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing
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I wish the interview would've been longer
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Interwiew was at the end of the visit
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The tour wasn't quite as long as I had hoped. We had about an hour, but I've been on previous tours of this school that were more detailed. I think the tour on your interview day should be the most extensive.
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Parts of school are out of date, don't get into clinics until 3rd year, some of the student guides were rushing and gave short answers to get done with the tour.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known that the interview process was not as stressful as anticipated and that stressing too much was unnecessary. They also highlighted the importance of being discreet about certain personal aspects and not to worry too much about being grilled during the interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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That I didn't have much to worry about
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That the interview involves minimal stress
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To be discreet about speaking on issues such as being a parent or anything admissions may view as an obstacle. However, they are compassionate towards all situations.
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That I didn't need to stress so much. That I wasn't there to be "grilled."
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Don't stress. They're just seeing that you're not awkward and can communicate effectively.
🤝 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 generally found the admissions office to be accessible, friendly, and helpful, without needing any specific suggestions for improvement.
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None. They have been very accessible, friendly, and helpful to me throughout the entire process.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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Pit
33% interviewees used Pit (Pit), with 33% using PIT (PIT) and 33% using pitt (pitt).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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22% Airplane
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67% Automobile
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11% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Hampton Inn (average ranking 9.3/10), with some staying at Holiday inn express (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Hampton Inn
9.3/10
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Holiday inn express
10/10
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red roof
10/10
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are out of 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 (4%)
Student (96%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Discouraging (6%)
Enthusiastic (82%)
Neutral (12%)
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