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Renaissance School of Medicine - Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit

Application Cycle: 2009-10

💬 Interview Questions

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Tell me about yourself. Why do you want to be a doctor?

What was the most interesting question?

If euthanasia were practiced in the United States, and a doctor's religious beliefs conflicted with the practice of euthanasia, how should he handle a terminally ill patient who's family wants euthansia?

What was the most difficult question?

What are some of the major ethical problems that medicine must face today?
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions

How long was the interview?

60+ minutes

How did the interview impress you?

Positively 🙂

How many people interviewed you?

1

What was the stress level of the interview?

5 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?

Open file

Where did the interview take place?

At the school

What impressed you positively?

Students have a positive attitude towards the school. Teachers listen to students and change curriculum in requested. Students supportive of each other.

What impressed you negatively?

Nothing.

What are your general comments?

My interiewer was receptive to me, challenging but fair. His questions were difficult at times, especially the ethical ones, and when I brought out my point of view he challenged it and pushed me, but I wouldnt say that he grilled me. The student tour was good and the students had an very positive outlook on the school. Facilities were decent too.
📍 On-Site Experience

Who was the tour given by?

Student