University of North Texas Health Science Center - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Fort Worth, TX
Osteopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
Application Cycle: 2009-10
⭐ Overall Impressions
How did the interview impress you?
Positively 🙂
What was the stress level of the interview?
4 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress
What are your general comments?
both interviews were laid back and conversational. They asked a few questions about my background and family.
💬 Interview Process
What was the most interesting question?
Since D.O's are in a minority status, what do you forsee as being a major challenge as a D.O?
How did you prepare for the interview?
I read over my personal statement, secondary applications, school info, and other info concerning osteopathy. I went out to eat the night before, and had a great margarita!
What was the most difficult question?
Since D.O's are in a minority status, what do you forsee as being a major challenge as a D.O?
What impressed you positively?
TCOM is the only medical school in the nation with a digital anatomt lab. Their USMLE pass rate is similar to the national average for allopathic schools. Students have been admitted to several selective residency programs. The students really like the organ-system based curriculm. Their philosophy of medicine is unique and progressive. You can receive your MPH concurrently. They have recently received millions from NIH for their public health programs. They are ranked #20 in the nation in the area of primary care (above Baylor and Southwestern).
What impressed you negatively?
the number of hospital affiliations they have locally.
📍 Travel and Logistics
Who was the tour given by?
Student
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