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University of California San Diego School of Medicine

San Diego, CA

Allopathic Medical Schools | Public 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?

8 out of 10

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

9 out of 10

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

9 out of 10
💬 Interview Questions

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Have you ever thought of writing a musical piece using the sound of black holes as source material?
If you were the czar of American medicine, what kind of system would you put in place?
Name two values you want to work towards with your life, and explain how medicine will enable you to do.

What was the most interesting question?

How do you think our ability to enjoy symphonies evolved?

What was the most difficult question?

In 40 years, you are being celebrated by everyone you've ever known. What will they say about you?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

60+ minutes

How many people interviewed you?

2

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?

Neutral

How do you rank the facilities?

9 out of 10

What is your in-state status?

In 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?

$401-$500

What airport did you fly into?

SAN

Where did you stay?

Hotel

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

La Jolla Village Lodge

How would you rate the hotel?

6 out of 10

Would you recommend the hotel?

no

What is your ranking of this school's location?

6 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?

Talked to friends at UCSD, reread applications

What impressed you positively?

All the students seem happy and adjusted. There is a gorgeous new library and new classrooms, and the school has a true community feel. Everyone is so proud of the free clinic project.

What impressed you negatively?

No responses

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Driving in and around the campus is not simple.

What are your general comments?

Staff and students were truly welcoming to us, and the school is making a real attempt to keep students happy. Very, very positive experience.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses