Seton Hall University School of Graduate Medical E Individual Response

What is your in-state status?:

Out of state

On what date did the interview take place?:

2/1/2008

How do you think you did?:

10 out of 10

How did the interview impress you?:

Negatively

How long was the interview?:

30 minutes

How many people interviewed you?:

1

What was the style of the interview?:

One-on-one

What impressed you positively?:

Good exposure to most of the residents - they are all PGY-1 or PGY-2 at this new program. Comprehensive tour of the facilities provided. Met some attendings at lunch, very welcoming group, down-to-earth program. The residents here are really nice group, seemed very competent also. They get good training due to the location near Newark airport that brings in people from all over the world. Report as inappropriate

What impressed you negatively?:

High cost of living in Newark area. Paint peeling off walls in psychiatric hospital, remodeling ongoing but appears to being done piece-meal. Air of desperation in trying to attract quality applicants. Program director basically asked me to commit to the program during the interview. No fellowships available, wasn't given an impression that any are forthcoming any time soon. Report as inappropriate

How was your interview day? Please summarize.:

Facilities sub-par. A start up program in with an inner city urban feel. NJ highways are legendary. Education good, but you will work very hard here. If you want to be in the NJ-NY area maybe a last option. Report as inappropriate

What was your primary mode of travel?:

Automobile

What was your total time spent traveling?:

4-6 hours

Where did you stay?:

Hotel

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

$201-$300