Valhalla, NY
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?
3 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress
What are your general comments?
The overall interview experience is well organized. I also got a kick out of the picture ID, although my photo was pretty bad - hopefully they don't use that picture for the committee decision. Overall an enjoyable visit.
💬 Interview Process
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
In my interview, all the questions were based on previous experiences (school, volunteer work, research). So relax and enjoy your time out there.
What was the most interesting question?
Got into a discussion of ethical concerns regarding clinicians prescribing medications for patients and holding some financial interest in a pharmaceutical company.
How did you prepare for the interview?
The interview is very informal and comfortable. Basically the questions were germane to my experiences and interests.
What was the most difficult question?
Ask me if I could recall interesting cases I witnessed during one of my volunteer experiences.
What impressed you positively?
Success rates on board scores and matching for residencies, not to mention the large number of students who return for residencies in California. Impressive Anatomy Lab. Short distance from Manhattan. Substantial scholarship for top 30 students.
What impressed you negatively?
Lottery for housing in Manhattan during the 3rd year clerkships. 1st and 2nd year housing new and clean, but will remind you of being back in the dorms.
📍 Travel and Logistics
Who was the tour given by?
Student
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