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Washington University-St. Louis School of Medicine

St. Louis, MO

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

Application Cycle: 2009-10

💬 Interview Questions

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

How did you learn about Wash U?

What was the most interesting question?

General questions about my hobbies, interests, and jobs

What was the most difficult question?

None were particularly difficult -- the interview was very conversational and enjoyable
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions

How long was the interview?

45 minutes

How did the interview impress you?

Positively 🙂

How many people interviewed you?

1

What was the stress level of the interview?

1 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

How did you prepare for the interview?

Reviewed the Wash U. literature

What impressed you positively?

The St. Louis Children's Hospital and Siteman Cancer Center were amazing facilities for clinical rotations and are located adjacent to the medical school.

What impressed you negatively?

The second-year lecture halls are cramped, but renovations are underway.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Take the MetroLine to and from the airport -- it's much cheaper, and just as quick, as an expensive shuttle.

What are your general comments?

The visit gave me an entirely new and very positive view of the school. The students are genuinely happy, incredibly laid-back, and more than willing to tell you all about their experiences and opinions. Oh, and Pass/Fail grading the first year is great!
📍 On-Site Experience

Who was the tour given by?

Student