University of Minnesota Twin Cities Medical School Individual responses

⭐ Overall Impressions ▼

How did the interview impress you?

Positively

What was the stress level of the interview?

1 out of 10

How you think you did?

9 out of 10

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

10 out of 10

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

10 out of 10

💬 Interview Questions ▼

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

"Do you have any personal connections to Minneapolis?"

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"How will you afford to come here?"

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"Why did you apply to UMN?"

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What was the most interesting question?

The interview was more of a conversation during which I learned so much about both the school, it's program and resources and also medicine in general. It was laid back and so fluid that I cannot remember a specific question except for: "do you have any personal connections to Minneapolis?" and "How will you afford the tuition?" (I am an out-of-state applicant.

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What was the most difficult question?

none

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🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼

How long was the interview?

60+ minutes

How many people interviewed you?

1

What was the style of the interview?

One-on-one

What type of interview was it?

Open 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?

9 out of 10

What is your in-state status?

Out of state

What were your total hours spent traveling?

4-6 hours

What was your primary mode of travel?

Airplane

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

$201-$300

What airport did you fly into?

MSP

Where did you stay?

With students at the school

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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How would you rate the hotel?

10 out of 10

Would you recommend the hotel?

yes

What is your ranking of this school's location?

7 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?

No responses

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

No responses

How did you prepare for the interview?

Re-read all my essays and personal statements. Read a little about the school and it's program.

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What impressed you positively?

Everyone was SO FRIENDLY!! It was the most pleasant experience, and they made you feel so welcome. The atmosphere is pretty laid back and very supportive. The admissions staff really cares about the applicants, and they gave wonderful presentations about their programs and financial aid. It's facilities are pretty cool and seem very up-to-date.

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What impressed you negatively?

nothing. Well... Minnesota is a little cold and far away from my home (New York).

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What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

The school really believes in it's mission: changing the inequities of healthcare throughout the world. It's refreshing to be in such a left-wing and compassionate environment.

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What are your general comments?

Amazing. It was just the best interview in all of my graduate and undergraduate experiences. My interviewer was so excited and kind and really made me feel relaxed (and very welcome).

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What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses

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