Tampa, FL
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
Application Cycle: 2009-10
💬 Interview Questions
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
Why do you want to be a doctor?
What was the most interesting question?
Since I am a nontraditional student, who originally majored in music, my interviewer surprised me by asking me whether I regretted not venturing on that path. I thought it was a thoughtful question and one that would catch me off guard so I appreciated her efforts to show her how I 'think on my feet.'
What was the most difficult question?
None were really difficult. Explain the importance of your research.
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions
How long was the interview?
30 minutes
How did the interview impress you?
Positively 🙂
How many people interviewed you?
2
What was the stress level of the interview?
6 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress
What was the style of the interview?
One-on-one
What type of interview was it?
Closed file
Where did the interview take place?
At the school
How did you prepare for the interview?
Read USF website, attended information session when Rel came to our school, practiced interview questions from books, reviewed my resume
What impressed you positively?
Rel and his admissions staff really have their act together. Excellent job in running the show. And I appreciate the fact that he personally calls you and tells you the results. It's got to be a tough job.
What impressed you negatively?
Classrooms seemed a little old.
What are your general comments?
Pretty standard - met with other interviewees, faculty and students. USF Admissions does a really professional job organizing the day. School is very interested in supporting its students academically. Tampa General was impressive.
📍 On-Site Experience
Who was the tour given by?
Student
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