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Duke University School of Medicine

Durham, NC

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?

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

What are your general comments?

Duke is an excellent school with a unique yet exceptional curriculum. I would LOVE to be able to attend.
💬 Interview Process

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Tell me about your research

What was the most interesting question?

I had to make up a play called "The Perfect Doctor" I had to decide who would be the main character, what the plot would be, and whether the audience would be applaud or boo at the end.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Read over my application.

What was the most difficult question?

You are a pediatric oncologist. How would you tell a ten year old child that they have a terminal illness?

What impressed you positively?

Contrary to what many people think, the students and faculty are not snobs and did not seem cut-throat.

What impressed you negatively?

no on-campus housing

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

The tour IS really long...and there are soft drinks and juices in that little refrigerator by the coffee pots.
📍 Travel and Logistics

Who was the tour given by?

Student