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Drexel University College of Medicine

Philadelphia, PA

Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit

Application Cycle: 2009-10

⭐ Overall Impressions

How did the interview impress you?

Positively 🙂

What was the stress level of the interview?

2 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress

How you think you did?

9 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

5 out of 10
0 = Below, 10 = Above

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

5 out of 10
0 = Below, 10 = Above

What are your general comments?

It was an overall positive experience. I got to learn more about the two programs. The day was relatively short and stress free.
💬 Interview Process

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

positive/negative qualities about you.

What was the most interesting question?

What is simple (after a discussion about my complex background)?

How did you prepare for the interview?

Mock interview, SDN, Drexel website, health related issues

What was the most difficult question?

nothing really. both the faculty and studen interviews were very laid back and conversational. The faculty was very interested in my background, while the student asked more typical questions and answered more questions about the school.

What impressed you positively?

students were enthusiastic and comfortable. PIL

What impressed you negatively?

The school is remote and the campus is very small.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

The shuttle downtown takes 15-20 minutes and runs every 30 minutes so if you want to make it on time for an interview downtown, consider taking the one an hour before your interview so you're not rushed.
🤝 Campus and Facilities

How do you rank the facilities?

4 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What is your ranking of this school's location?

7 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

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

7 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
📍 Travel and Logistics

Who was the tour given by?

Student

How did the tour guide seem?

Neutral

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?

Automobile

About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?

< $100