New Orleans, LA
Pharmacy Schools | Private Non-Profit
Faith-Based HBCU
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.3
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 44 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.
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 friendly.
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the candidate's background, motivation for pursuing a career in medicine or pharmacy, future career goals, and personal interests. Additionally, some respondents may have experienced an MMI format with potential nondisclosure agreements in place.
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Tell us about yourself.
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Tell me about yourself.
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Tell me about yourself?
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Tell me something abt. yourself
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Why do you want to come to Xavier?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy discussed various topics such as qualities for surviving the program, recent readings, personal introductions, motivations for pursuing pharmacy, ethical scenarios like addressing cheating, and preferences for living arrangements if admitted. While some responses suggested structuring answers, there was no mention of an MMI format or nondisclosure agreements.
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List three qualities you think will help you survive the pharmacy program.
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What was the last thing you read?
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Tell me about yourself
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Tell me about your self? - To answer this question begin with your academic accomplishments. Then if you have any bad grades explain. - After that go to your motivation for pursing pharmacy. - Talk about your hardships in a postive light not to gain sympathy
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If you take down one president's face from Mt. Rushmore, who would you put up there to replace him?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy discussed a variety of topics including teamwork challenges, self-assessment of communication skills, study habits, reasons for choosing the university, licensing procedures, personal background, academic struggles, career aspirations, and post-graduation plans. It seems the interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on the range of questions, and respondents might have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement given the nature of some inquiries.
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What would you do if a team member of yours fails to complete his/her own part of a group project...especially when there is very little to no time to turn in the project?
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I was asked to rate myself on a scale of 1-10 on my written and verbal communication skills.
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How many hours a week did you study in undergrad??
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Why Xavier University? - You may want to talk about its nationally recognized accomplishments. - Talk about its cirrculm Another Question: Do you know the licsence procedure? - Dude, this is a good question. Do you homework for the state of LA for the answer.
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Generally, tell me about yourself question.
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
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 1 person.
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.
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.
No responses
Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing typical interview questions, practicing in front of a mirror, creating a list of questions and answers, and researching the school. They also sought advice from current students, utilized online resources like SDN and specific websites, and focused on presenting themselves confidently during the interview.
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Constant review of likely questions. Kudos to SDN as well.
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I looked at typical interview questions. This site was also a big help.
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this site and practice in front of a mirror.
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Well, I went through all interview feedbacks and created a list of questions and answers. I memorized them to a certain extent. I guess just enough to make me feel comfortable in the interview. If you are a girl, wear a blk or Navy Blue skirt suite for the interview with a faux Pearl necklace and Pearl earrings.
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This website
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and kindness of the staff, interviewers, and students they encountered during the admissions process. They appreciated the welcoming environment, timely interviews, and discussions about career opportunities within the program. Some also mentioned the cleanliness of the school premises as a positive aspect.
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umm...everything...? ...nearly at least.
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My interviewer was extremely nice and made me feel comfortable right away.
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the staff and admission team were nice and my interview started early since I arrive early.
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Everybody was extremely friendly and nice. They made me feel real confident before my interview.
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nice facility
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about unexpected costs, distractions during the interview process, and outdated facilities. Suggestions included improving communication about costs, minimizing distractions during assessments, and updating facilities to provide a better impression.
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My flight/transportation costs :(
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As I was doing the written portion of the interview, I could hear a lady in her cubicle right next to me talking on the phone. It was VERY distracting.
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I guess the 30 min writing sample but it wasn't that bad
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nothing.
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The essay part that you have to write after the interview
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Many applicants wished they had known ahead of time about the informal nature of the interview and the emphasis on written skills. They suggested practicing writing regularly and paying attention to body language during the interview.
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I wish I would have known how informal it would be. I was stressed out all week over nothing.
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nothing
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The interview is composed of a 30min verbal interview and a 30 written portion. Look if you have weak written skills. Practive writing essays every day before you arrive for the interview. Books that helped me were the princeton guide to the GRE. This book is a great resource for analytical writing.
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Not really
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interviews to be conversational and laid-back, with interviewers being polite and focused on assessing the seriousness of the candidates towards the pharmacy program. Some felt a bit nervous or unsure about their performance, but appreciated the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussions about the program and the school.
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This was a very easy interview. The interviewer didn't even write anything down. Either it was pass or fail, or I was given a courtesy interview, but they don't seem like they would waste time with courtesy interviews.
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I think I did good on my interview orally and the written part, it was hard for me to read my interviewer. I don't know what impression I left on him.
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It was like more of a conversation, the interviewer were nice but a little intimidating. I guess I was a nervous wreck that's why he seemed intimidating.
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The interview was good. The person who interviewed me was polite and looked throughout my file and asked me questions about my transcript and the individuals who recommended me.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
No responses
📍 On-Site Experience ▼
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Faculty member
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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O'Hare (Chicago) - MYS (New Orleans); To & Fro.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
The most commonly mentioned hotel among the responses is Marriott Conventional Center.
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Comfort Inn Downtown
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French Quarter Courtyard
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Marriott Conventional Center
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 ▿ | Impression | Performance | Interview Location |
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| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | N/A | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | No change 😐 | Good | N/A |
| 2009-10 | Positively 🙂 | Great | N/A |
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