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University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine

Iowa City, IA

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

⭐ Overall Impressions

How did the interview impress you?

Positively

What was the stress level of the interview?

6 out of 10

How you think you did?

8 out of 10

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

8 out of 10

How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?

8 out of 10
💬 Interview Questions

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

A time when you asked for help
How will you deal with the work/life balance?
Question about solving organ shortages

What was the most interesting question?

N/A - they were all pretty straightforward, basic questions.

What was the most difficult question?

A confusing, poorly worded question about the good things and bad things of my undergrad program—I answered it about the pros/cons of my double major but the question was too general and the interviewers couldn't provide clarification
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

25 minutes

How many people interviewed you?

2

What was the style of the interview?

One-on-one

What type of interview was it?

Closed file

Was this interview in-person or virtual?

No responses

Where did the interview take place?

At the school
📍 On-Site Experience

Who was the tour given by?

Student

How did the tour guide seem?

Enthusiastic

How do you rank the facilities?

8 out of 10

What is your in-state status?

In state

What were your total hours spent traveling?

0-1 hour

What was your primary mode of travel?

Automobile

About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?

< $100

What airport did you fly into?

No responses

Where did you stay?

Home

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

No responses

How would you rate the hotel?

5 out of 10

Would you recommend the hotel?

No responses

What is your ranking of this school's location?

9 out of 10

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

10 out of 10

What are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

10 out of 10

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

9 out of 10

How did you prepare for the interview?

Mock interview, quizlet flashcards with interview questions on them, reviewed the Carver website and prepared a few questions to ask the interviewers

What impressed you positively?

The staff was extremely friendly and receptive, the students well eloquent and had good advice about the school and coursework. Also, we got to go to the top floor of Stead Family Children's Hospital and see the view over Kinnick where the Wave happens!

What impressed you negatively?

The case-based learning was a little challenging and the environment was stifling/uncomfortable, and it was unclear how we were being evaluated. But it did give me a good opportunity to see how CBL works as a student here

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

How short a 25 minute interview is!

What are your general comments?

Carver is a fantastic program and I would be very happy to attend here! Great opportunities for clinical rotations at UIHC and the VA, also the brand new children's hospital. Classes are all recorded and scheduled in the mornings back to back in MERF auditorium (plug ins at every desk), many of which are optional, with learning community spaces right down the hall. The financial aid office is really there for students—they meet with each student every semester to help them budget, apply for aid, etc. Multiple options for distinction tracks which allow you to individualize your education in a structured way. Good opportunities for global health experiences too! Also, Iowa city is a hub for literature and arts, and there are always lots of events going on at the Englert or Hancher Auditorium, with great student discounts!

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses