Wingate, NC
Pharmacy Schools | Private Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.4
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 123 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 (88%)
Negatively (4%)
No change (8%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (52%)
Good (32%)
Average (12%)
Bad (4%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally provided positive feedback about the interview experience at Wingate, highlighting the detailed structure of the day, the welcoming atmosphere, and the emphasis on group activities and interviews. Suggestions included being well-prepared with questions, staying relaxed during the process, and ensuring professionalism in attire and punctuality.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Great interview... GREAT SCHOOL
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Got to the interview, dean supernaw addressed us for an hour talking about how he pioneered the program and what wingate was all about, we had to tell him our name, where we were from, where we went to school and something interesting about ourselves. everyone is split into five groups and each group has their own schedule. i had a 30 minute break, then they took me upstairs and i interviewed with two faculty members for 30 mins. afterwards they took my group and another group (about 10 people) and put us in the conference room where we had to come up with a solution to a problem concerning illegally downloading music. we discussed it for 30 mins then dr ford came in and each person had to contribute to the groups solution. after that we went on a tour of the building then came back and had a 30 min question and answer session. the whole process lasted 4 hours! also, they have a system where they rank your gpa, pcat scores, interview scores, group discussion scores then they pick the magic number and if your rank is above that number you get accepted, if not you get waitlisted!
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The dean spoke for an hour, group discussion (about 12 students) for 30 minutes on a pharmacy scenario then for another 30 minutes with a faculty member in a conference room, 20 minute interview with 2 faculty members, tour with 2 students, Q/A session with a couple faculty at the end, about 20-30 applicants at the session from 9AM to 1245PM, they mail out acceptance letters same day
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I'm still amazed at the people who show up with their mommy and daddy- not just hitch a ride with them, but take them through the process. these people should not be allowed in the doors! same for people wearing tennis shoes when professional attire is requested and those who show up late. ridiculous!
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There are about 20 students per interview date. Each student gets their own folder with thier own schedule. First, everyone goes into one of the classrooms where Dean Supernaw talks to us for about an hour. He asks everyone their name, where their from, and where they completed their pre-pharm work. Most the things he talks about are on the Wingate pharmacy website. He is very personable and encourages everyone to asks many questions about the program. Next, according to your number, you will either participate in a group project/presentation, have a break, or go on the tour. There 11 people in my group for the group project/presentation. Basically, your group has 30 minutes to read, talk, compromise, etc. about an ethical situation. Then Dr. Ford comes in and your group discusses your work. She then asks questions which anyone has the opportunity to answer and contribute their thoughts. This lasts another 30 minutes. The tour is guided by two P3 students who are very helpful. They will answer any kind of question you have. They assure everyone that they have nothing to do with the admissions process, so they encourage many questions about anything. After the tour, 3 students at a time go up to the interview rooms. Each student gets their own room where 2 faculty members are there waiting. They are you general questions, like above. They really want to know about you. They want to know your strengths and weaknesses, how well you can handle a rigorous course load, how you feel about a dress code, what you do to relieve stress, etc. The whole day everyone apart of Wingate tries their best to make you comfortable, so they get the "real" you by the time the interview comes. They want to make sure you are a good fit for their school and they are a good fit for you. Also, I did not fill in the most difficult question section as I thought the questions were the standard that you would be asked at any pharmacy school. I gave the school a 6/10 and 5/10 for location and cultural life. It is about 40 minutes from Charlotte which is the closest city. The Charlotte area is where most of the hospitals are and where you'll do your rotations. With that said you'll definitely need a car. I heard that they are thinking of moving the school to Matthews which is a lot closer to Charlotte, but they said it's only talk now and wouldn't happen for a couple of years. The campus is suburban so you'll need to travel to Charlotte for the night scene. *Above was just my personal experience. Your schedule for the day may be different than mine above. The interview itself was about 20 minutes for me, but your at the school about 3 hours.
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
35 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.6 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
76% One-on-One
24% Group Interview
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File Type:
0% Open-File
100% Closed-File
WINGATE-PHARM-COMP interviews are an average of 35 minutes, with an average of 2.6 interviews. 76% of interviews are one-on-one, and 100% 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 motivations for choosing the profession, handling challenging situations, ethical dilemmas, personal qualities, and reasons for selecting a specific institution. Additionally, respondents mentioned scenarios involving drug allocation, patient care decisions, and self-reflection. Some responses hint at an MMI format, suggesting possible nondisclosure agreements during the interview process.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Why are you choosing this profession (pharmacy)?
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Name a time when you had a lot on your plate and how you handled it.
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You have a drug that can cure cancer and 10 patients, but enough drug for only half of them? You can not consult anyone else, what do you do?
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If a patient wanted their script filled but the pre-authorization hadn't come through would you fill it? You feel in your gut it will come through, but on the other hand know the patient will be okay til morning. I answered and it was followed up with something to the effect: she's crying and upset and nearly begging for the script to be filled. what do you do?
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Why pharmacy?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Wingate University School of Pharmacy discussed a wide range of topics, including the importance of community service, the role of pharmacists in the community, personal values, and opinions on mandatory pharmacy club participation. The variety of questions suggests a holistic approach to evaluating candidates, with considerations for community engagement, personal attributes, and ethical dilemmas.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Do you think that community service should be required for pharmacy school? I answered yes and they followed with .... what about the people that don't have time or have to work 40 hours a week along with school. (i.e. single mothers).... good question.... I got it though...
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What role do you think a pharmacist has in the community?!
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Would you rather donate money to a charity, work on a house for habitat for humanity, or help serve in a soup kitchen for the homeless?
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How do you feel about our dress code and how do you think it will affect you?
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Should it be mandatory to join a pharmacy club or fraternity during pharmacy school.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by reading feedback on Student Doctor Network (SDN) and reviewing the school's website. Many also practiced answering common interview questions with family or friends and engaged in mock interviews to feel more confident and prepared.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Read SDN, Wingate website
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Experience from previous interviews, SDN
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Studied up on commonly asked interview questions-
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SDN interview feedback
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Reading this website.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Wingate University School of Pharmacy discussed a range of topics from personal traits to stress management, with some facing questions about selflessness, career goals, stress handling, negative aspects, and motivations for pharmacy and Wingate specifically. While some found the questions typical, others mentioned the challenging nature of introspective inquiries, indicating a mix of traditional interview questions alongside potential MMI format scenarios with a focus on personal and professional attributes.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Name a time when you put someone else's interest before your own.
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Where do you see yourself at the end of your career?
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Ugh- who knows- all were the make-you-squirm type! no small talk or asking me about my personal self.
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Have you ever had stress in your work or study before and how did you handle it?
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Have U ever had stress in your work or study before and how did you handle it?
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the enthusiasm and dedication of the faculty and staff at Wingate, highlighting the personalized attention, welcoming atmosphere, and emphasis on real-world preparation through experiential learning. The unique curriculum, small class sizes, and supportive environment were commonly praised, with many noting the Dean's passion for the program and the faculty's commitment to student success as particularly inspiring aspects of the school.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The whole staff, faculty, and students were all awesome. The atmosphere was great. very relaxing and the interview process really looks for a fit for their program. Their program is very unique unlike anyother.....
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Wingate takes great pride in the way that they have designed their pharmacy program. graduates from wingate have a lot of pharmacy experience and hours of clinical rotations under their belt. this program prepares their students for the real world, not just academics. they also have a new pharmacy building being built that will open in 2011.
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The dean's enthusiasm for the program; the fact that he addressed us for an hour; the insight into why the program was developed the way it was. their 100% pass rate last year and their opinion that passing the NABPLEX is a bare minimum to meet.
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The curriculum is different than most pharmacy schools. It is heavily based on experiential learning. Also, every one is very friendly at Wingate.
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The Dean's enthusiasm for the program.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed dissatisfaction with the location of Wingate University, particularly the small town setting and lack of amenities. They also mentioned the limited campus tour, short individual interviews, long interview day, and lack of refreshments or breaks as areas for improvement. Suggestions included offering a more comprehensive campus tour, providing refreshments, improving interview scheduling, and enhancing facilities and amenities for students.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The location of the school, they could have moved it closer to the charlotte area in my own opinion.
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The town it is in currently (they are moving by 2011) is in the middle of nowhere.
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You only get to tour the pharmacy building, not the whole campus.
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No thing
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I wish we were able to tour the whole campus. If you want to see the whole campus, make sure to schedule a campus tour with Wingate for the day of your interview because you only get to see the Pharmacy building while there.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known more about the interview format, including the types of questions asked, the experiential curriculum, the strict dress code, and the group work emphasis. Many also mentioned wanting more information about the program and the faculty members conducting the interviews to better prepare specific questions.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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How tough the questions would be. last interview was very informal and easy, relatively speaking.
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Nothing
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That is curriculum is very experiential. Also, they are more geared towards community and ambulatory pharmacy.
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It's a Baptist school and there is a strict dress code (business casual) which means you cannot even wear jeans to class. Also, they are obsessed with group work so don't apply there if you are overly shy and only like to study alone (they will ask about that in both the individual interview and group presentation). There are only about 12 other students there that day to interview (I thought there would be more than that) and everyone has their own schedule for the day.
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Nothing really.
🤝 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?
No responses
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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CLT
60% interviewees used CLT (CLT) , with 30% using clt (clt) and 10% using CDA (CDA) .
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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40% Airplane
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60% 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 Best Western (Monroe) (average ranking 8.5/10), with some staying at Hampton Inn in Monroe (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Best Western (Monroe)
8.5/10
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Hampton Inn in Monroe
10/10
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Holliday Inn in Monroe (8 minutes away exactly!)
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
Admissions staff (4%)
Faculty member (4%)
Other (4%)
Student (87%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (83%)
Neutral (17%)
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