Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Interview Feedback Summary
Detriot, MI
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.2
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 115 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 (87%)
Negatively (4%)
No change (9%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (48%)
Good (38%)
Average (10%)
Poor (5%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally expressed gratitude and satisfaction with the interview experience, noting a relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. Some wished for more communication about the process timeline and expectations, while others highlighted specific details like parking issues and interview structure.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Excellent university, very thankful to God that I got accepted into their program.
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It was a great and pleasant experience.
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Again, it was a bit off-putting that they didn't really ask me questions and they didn't write anything down.
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I got a parking ticket while in the parking structure!
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Not a bad school. Location is decent considering it's in Detroit. Wished the WSU people could have told what to expect after the interview process. Waited 3 months to finally get accepted.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
28 Minutes Average
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Number:
2 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
100% One-on-One
0% Group Interview
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File Type:
75% Open-File
25% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
WAYNE-PHARM-COMP interviews are an average of 28 minutes, with an average of 2 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 25% 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 reasons for choosing a specific school, motivations for pursuing a career in pharmacy, personal experiences and traits relevant to the profession, ethical scenarios such as decision-making dilemmas, and situational judgment questions involving prioritization of patient care or resource allocation. Some respondents mentioned an MMI format, suggesting a structured interview process with potential nondisclosure agreements in place.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Why wayne?
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Why Wayne State?
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Why Pharmacy?
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"So you want to be a pharmacist?!" - wasn't really a question.
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Asked about my old job
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences discussed a variety of topics including the meaning of "putting the patient first," pharmacy-related activities, reading preferences, reasons for choosing pharmacy, studying habits, and the impact of past experiences on candidacy. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on references to a nondisclosure agreement and the mention of in-depth file review before asking questions.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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"Do you have any questions for us?"
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What does "putting the patient first" [when making the oath during the white coat ceremony] mean to you?
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What pharmacy related activities have you taken part in?
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What do you read other than textbooks?
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Why Pharmacy?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for interviews by conducting mock interviews, researching potential questions online, studying Student Doctor Network (SDN) resources, and reviewing the school's website. They emphasized the importance of practicing responses to questions while staying genuine and not sounding rehearsed.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Student Doctor's interview feedback. I also wrote up all of the potential questions and wrote bullet point answers for each question so that I would make sure to say every important point I wanted to get across. But it's important to not sound like a robot on the day of the interview.
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Thought about the possible scenarios that i could face
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Student doctor, researched other questions online, practiced
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SDN, read up on the school, mock interviews
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Mock interviews
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences discussed scenarios like a conflict between ethics and business in patient care, challenges facing the pharmacy field in the future, and probing about personal decisions related to education and career paths. Many responses hinted at an MMI format, with some mentioning nondisclosure agreements, suggesting a structured interview process with varied situational and ethical inquiries.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Where do you see the pharmacy field going 10 years from now?
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None were difficult, all equally challenging
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The essay question: you are a trainee pharmacist for 2 weeks. a patient walks up to you and says that he feels he needs a multivitamin. however, through your counseling you find out that the patient has good health and a good diet so you tell them they don't need a multivitamin. the pharmacist hears this (an earshot away) and tells you to sell the multivitamin regardless because if you didn't it would be bad for business. what would you do?
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Weren't really any difficult questions
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They were all difficult to answer in the best possible light.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the welcoming and friendly environment created by the faculty and students at Wayne State's pharmacy program. They appreciated the personal and conversational interview style, the top-notch facilities, and the helpfulness of current students, while also noting the emphasis on technology, early field experience, and the new building. Some applicants also mentioned the positive interactions with faculty members and the organization of the interview process.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Very nice and welcoming! The interview was more of a conversation than a typical one way interview
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You could tell that Wayne State does their best in creating a relaxing interview environment. It also helped that the P2 students were extremely friendly and insightful.
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Pharmacy students were extremely helpful and positive
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The friendliness of all the pharmacy students and staff
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Both interviewers were very nice and seemed to be interested in what I had to say.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about the lack of engagement from interviewers, noting minimal questioning, lack of note-taking, and a cold demeanor. Additionally, negative impressions were related to the location of the institution, highlighting safety concerns and perceptions of limited surrounding amenities or unappealing areas. Suggestions for improvement may include fostering a more interactive interview environment and addressing any negative perceptions about the institution's location.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Only had time to ask one question
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Nothing
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They didn't really ask many questions of me before they said, "Do you have any questions for us?" Also they didn't take any notes. This worries me a bit, although I think the interview went well.
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How I wanted to rip the gaudy veneer off many surfaces.
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The faculty who interviewed me, and the students who were helping during the interview day weren't that great. Plus the interview started 1 hr later than was planned.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the interview format being more of a discussion than a rigid Q&A session, the potential for a long waiting period for feedback, and the importance of being well-fed before the interview. Overall, applicants also recommended staying relaxed and being prepared for different interview styles.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How tough was the interview
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That it was going to be more of a discussion than a rigid question-answer format.
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Just to relax
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That I wouldn't hear back from them for 3 months after the interview.
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Eat before the interview! I was so hungry afterwards from the nerves and morning pep talk!
🤝 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 commonly suggested that the admissions office should provide a financial aid presentation. Additionally, they expressed a desire for a more efficient and streamlined process for signing up for interview dates to avoid multiple email exchanges.
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Have a financial aid presentation
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N/A
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Wish there was a fast and easier way to sign up for interview dates. We exchanged emails many times to confirm a date and time.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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100% interviewees used n/a (n/a) .
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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0% Airplane
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100% 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 Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit (average ranking 9/10), with some staying at Emabassy Suite (average rating 8/10). (Top 2 displayed)
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Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit
9/10
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Emabassy Suite
8/10
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Faculty member (5%)
Student (95%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (89%)
Neutral (11%)
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