Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine Interview Feedback Summary
East Lansing, MI
Veterinary Schools | Public Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 25% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did well.
⭐ 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 95 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 (94%)
Negatively (6%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (41%)
Good (41%)
Average (18%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process to be positive, interactive, and enjoyable, with a focus on showcasing their personalities. They appreciated the friendly and conversational approach of the interviewers, emphasizing the importance of being oneself and engaging in open dialogue during the interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The interview was fun and interactive. It was not stressful or discouraging, this was my first MMI and I enjoyed it very much. Relax be yourself, there is really no way to prepare for this style of interview . You will have a great experience, keep an open mind and let your personality shine.
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Overall, the interview did not allow for my personality to show through. A few questions seemed odd, but it is clear they are just testing your communication/critical thinking skills and seeing where you stand ethically and morally. Some of the interview scenarios hide their intentions pretty well, though.
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Very positive, I highly recommend taking the time to get to know the town. Ask the student ambassadors any question, they are willing to give you any advice/direction you need. They are very honest.
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Overall it was excellent and I enjoyed meeting members of the faculty, who seemed genuinely interested in me as an applicant.
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Over all it was good. The interviews (more one than the other) were very fun to talk to. I think it was one of the Dr's first year doing interviews. It was just an open conversation and very stress-free.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
50 Minutes Average
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Number:
3.2 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
82% One-on-One
18% Group Interview
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File Type:
65% Open-File
35% Closed-File
MSU-VET-COMP interviews are an average of 50 minutes, with an average of 3.2 interviews. 82% of interviews are one-on-one, and 35% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools were related to the MMI format, including scenarios about handling stress, relaxation techniques, differences in veterinary practice, ethical dilemmas, passion exploration, and global challenges. Some respondents may have been bound by nondisclosure agreements due to the MMI nature of the interview.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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MMI
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MMI format of questions.
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Tell me what you would tell someone if they brought in a new kitten to see you for the first time.
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How do you deal with stress?
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What do you do to relax?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine discussed a wide range of topics, including zoonotic diseases, personal achievements, challenges in veterinary medicine, societal impacts, and scenarios involving emergency situations. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on the variety of questions, with some respondents potentially being subject to a nondisclosure agreement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What type of news do you seek out? or Name zoonotic diseases
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[Application Specific} What diseases do you have to protect yourself against while working with monkeys/what measures do you take to accomplish this?
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What is your greatest achievement/ what are you most proud of?
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What I would do if I saw my senior veterinarian injecting himself with something.
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How are you different than the stereotypic horse showing girl?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by reviewing their application, practicing mock interviews, studying current events, researching the school, and engaging in practice questions with peers or family members to improve their communication and critical thinking skills. Many also highlighted the importance of understanding the school's strengths, ethical considerations in veterinary medicine, and issues relevant to the profession.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Watched the school provided example video, bought an MMI study guide, ran practice questions with myself and with a relative.
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It was MMI, and this is the first year they've implemented this. I could not prepare other than practicing how to think on my feet and form thoughts clearly and quickly.
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Studied the school, mock interviewed, studied my application, practiced explaining my experiences and research
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Read my application, reviewed current events, reviewed AVMA website concerning ethics, read about diseases/issues in areas where I have no experience.
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Read up on current events/veterinary news and mock interviewed
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine discussed a range of topics from explaining career choices to addressing current issues in veterinary medicine. Some responses hinted at an MMI format with questions about ethical dilemmas like euthanizing healthy animals and resolving conflicts, while others highlighted school-specific inquiries that may have required non-disclosure of information.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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They harassed me about what I want to do and told me I would need a phd which was wrong because every vet I have worked with in my field doesn't have a phd. So, I guess, explaining why I don't want a phd was the hardest.
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What are some problems facing veterinary medicine today?
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All pretty standard, maybe...What keeps a large animal practitioner up at night?
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Why I applied to another (higher-ranked) school
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How does a vaccine work.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the friendliness and welcoming atmosphere of the staff, faculty, and students during their visit. They appreciated the efforts made to help them relax before their interviews, the beautiful facilities, and the informative tours provided. Suggestions included continuing to prioritize creating a positive and supportive environment for prospective students and maintaining open communication channels for questions and concerns.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Interviewers were professional and kind, tour was after interviews, lunch was provided.
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Everyone tried to relax us prior to the interview.
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The admissions people were so helpful and nice and the new oncology wing on the VTH was beautiful. All the current students also wished us good luck.
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The feedback from student ambassadors, the tour of the facility, no tracking, location, friendliness of administration and students.
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed negative feedback related to rushed timing, unengaging interviewers and tour guides, disorganization during the interview day, lack of provided lunch, and insufficient information during tours. Suggestions included improving interaction with interviewers, enhancing tour guide knowledge, providing more structure and activities during the day, and offering meals for applicants.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The timing of everything was rushed, and my group actually missed the de-briefing because we had to leave for the next group to enter the interview building.
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One of the interviewers was rude and the tour guide was super full of herself. I wish the interviewers were more interactive and less stoic. I just felt like I was boring them.
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The weather in the winter.
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Nothing
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants wished they had known about the interview process details, such as bringing snacks, being able to leave after their interview, and the amount of free time available. They also highlighted the importance of understanding the schedule, including breaks for lunch and navigating the campus for food options.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Would have liked to know a few sample questions as all of the available ones online were med school not vet school.
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You have to leave your purse/coats in a locker. They put your interviewers names on the back of your name tag so keep it for writing your thank yous.
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Nothing
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Make sure to bring a lot of snack food because there isn't really time to eat lunch.
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They didn't inform us that we could leave after our interview was done so a bunch of us waited in the conference room longer than we needed to.
🤝 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 appreciate the admissions office's prompt email responses and suggest maintaining this efficiency in communication.
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They are quick with email responses.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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LAN
80% interviewees used LAN (LAN) , with 20% using DTW (DTW) .
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 Kellogg Hotel (average ranking 9/10), with some staying at Quality Inn (average rating 7/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Kellogg Hotel
9/10
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Quality Inn
7/10
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kellogg hotel
9/10
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 95 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 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
Admissions staff (6%)
Student (94%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Discouraging (6%)
Enthusiastic (78%)
Neutral (17%)
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