University of Minnesota Twin Cities Medical School

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How did the interview impress you?

Negatively ☹️

What was the stress level of the interview?

2 / 10

0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress

What are your general comments?

I was totally unimpressed and disappointed by the majority of the admissions staff. They are unfriendly and would prefer to not talk to you or answer questions if they could. The school seems ok but the lecture halls are all underground and they look uncomfortable. Overall, I'm sure it is a fine institution but the school is a reflection of its northern climate, cold.

What was the most interesting question?

They were all pretty bland typical interview questions.

I was asked this too

What was the most difficult question?

Please tell me about a disease process you are familiar with and tell me everything you know about it.

I was asked this too

How did you prepare for the interview?

Typical

What impressed you positively?

The tour was conducted by an upbeat student who was happy to be there and had lots of info to share about the school.

What impressed you negatively?

My interview seemed extremely nonchalant and unorganized. I understand the need for a relaxed setting but I had spent the time to dress up in a suit and tie and my interviewer looked like he barely had had time to come his hair, let alone wash his jeans and fleece. Also, the general atomosphere was stuffy and I felt like we were supposed to feel like we were privileged to be there. I didn't feel welcomed