Calgary, AB
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
Application Cycle: 2009-10
⭐ Overall Impressions
How did the interview impress you?
No change 😐
What was the stress level of the interview?
7 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress
What are your general comments?
Overall, not bad. This interview was the most stressful that I've had thus far (and I've had a few). The faculty member really tried to put the pressure on with some tough questions (to the point where the medical student looked a little shocked at his questions).
💬 Interview Process
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
Essay question: If you could invite any artist (photographer or painter), dead or alive to do your portrait, who would you choose, and why?
What was the most interesting question?
Would you want to be a doctor if the pay was $30,000 per year?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Met with a few interview counselors; re-read my essay and sketch; kept up with current events; knew a lot about the school.
What was the most difficult question?
An ethical question--a crazy one that I'd never heard before that I was asked to give my response to in 20 seconds.
What impressed you positively?
The students and faculty were incredibly welcoming.
What impressed you negatively?
The faculty member interviewer was initially quite challenging, but softened up near the conclusion of the interview.
📍 Travel and Logistics
Who was the tour given by?
Student
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