SDN Logo
 
 

Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Des Moines, IA

Osteopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

⭐ Overall Impressions

How did the interview impress you?

Positively

What was the stress level of the interview?

2 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?

Tell us about experience in countries X and Y.
What would you do to help other people with their personal healthcare?
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?

What was the most difficult question?

What would you do if you failed a test?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

30 minutes

How many people interviewed you?

4

What was the style of the interview?

In a group

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?

10 out of 10

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

What airport did you fly into?

No responses

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

Would you recommend the hotel?

yes

What is your ranking of this school's location?

8 out of 10

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

8 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?

SDN, mock interviews, research about the school

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.

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.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses