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Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Des Moines, IA

Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

Application Cycle: 2009-10

⭐ Overall Impressions

How did the interview impress you?

Positively 🙂

What was the stress level of the interview?

2 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress

How you think you did?

9 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

10 out of 10
0 = Below, 10 = Above

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

10 out of 10
0 = Below, 10 = Above

What are your general comments?

Overall, the interview experience was wonderful. I had visited 3 other schools previously, but this was my first interview. I really thought everything went well and enjoyed the company of the other interviewees. I know it is written everywhere, but at this school you really feel welcome and are able to relax. I am hopeful that I get an acceptance because I would definitely enjoy going to school there.
💬 Interview Process

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Will you be able to keep up with the pace?

What was the most interesting question?

You mention countries X and Y as 3rd-world countries. Is that condescending?

How did you prepare for the interview?

SDN, mock interviews, research about the school

What was the most difficult question?

What would you do if you failed a test?

What impressed you positively?

The faculty, staff, and students were all very friendly and encouraging. The facilities are top-notch.

What impressed you negatively?

Nothing really

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

I had my questions answered beforehand.
🤝 Campus and Facilities

How do you rank the facilities?

10 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What is your ranking of this school's location?

8 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

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

8 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
📍 Travel and Logistics

Who was the tour given by?

Student

How did the tour guide seem?

Enthusiastic

What is your in-state status?

Out of state

What were your total hours spent traveling?

7+ hours

What was your primary mode of travel?

Automobile

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

$401-$500

Where did you stay?

Hotel

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

Four Points by Sheraton

How would you rate the hotel?

7 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

yes