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Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine

Independence, OH

Podiatry 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?

No responses

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

No responses
💬 Interview Questions

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

What can you contribute to OCPM ?
Why OCPM & not _____ podiatry school?
Why podiatry? **Know your personal statement & be prepared to explain your shadowing experience if they have questions**

What was the most interesting question?

What's your favorite book? **This question took me by surprise, so make sure you know of one**

What was the most difficult question?

What's your favorite Quote?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

30 minutes

How many people interviewed you?

3

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?

9 out of 10

What is your in-state status?

Out of 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?

CLE, CLT, JAX

Where did you stay?

Hotel

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

Holliday Inn

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?

No responses

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

No responses

What are your comments on where you stayed?

No responses
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

10 out of 10

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

10 out of 10

How did you prepare for the interview?

OCPM interview feedback forum & Pod. forum

What impressed you positively?

The school is high-tech! Faculty & staff are VERY approachable..Open door policy! Some professors will even meet you @ the local coffee-shop! Is that dedication or what? The students are also very approachable and laid-back..The 3rd & 4th years are also willing to help you & assist w/ questions....Tour guides DID NOT bash other schools!!----(since I thought they would)... 1) Anatomy Lab 2) Laid-back professors 3) Student relations (friendly/helpful) 4) Cheap cost of living 5) Gas I saw was $2.65 on 10/10/08 (good for SUV/minivans.. 6) Competitive housing prices are (+) for people w/ families (some landlords offer 3 months free rent w/ lease!!) 7) I have a family so security is VERY important to me.. 8) LITTLE traffic !!

What impressed you negatively?

Honestly, all the rumors you hear about OCPM are subjective....Class of 2012 is the 1st to go to class in the new building, so don't believe all the hype.....GO there and see for yourself!!

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

NOT to listen to all the crap about OCPM posted on SDN...I went there closed-minded not expecting much......This WAS NOT my #1 until I completed my interview/tour...I'm canceling my confirmed interviews w/ DMU, AZPod, & Barry..

What are your general comments?

I toured/interviewed w/ (2) other people..Tour guide was led by (3) 1st year students...NOT 1 time did I hear them bash the other schools, but I did ask them to tell me OCPM comparisons to the other schools that they interviewed....Personally, I think the school is great and I will accept my invitation there for Class of 2013.. In order, we had our tour, individual interview, Q&A session, lunch (& mini-interview) Dr. Spencer, & the Dean of Academic Affairs/VP Dr. Heatherington.....After lunch, we were brought back to a room then went to a final 1 on 1 session.. Everyone I came across had PLENTY of patience to answer my 100+ questions..I really WANTED to hate this school, but instead I fell in love with it along with the faculty/students, and area! You won't be disappointed! -Good Luck!!

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

I didn't really see any problems with the admissions office.I received a courtesy call 2 days prior