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Argosy University College of Clinical Psychology Interview Feedback Summary

Orange, CA

Psychology Schools | Public For-Profit

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โญ Overall Impressions โ–ผ
SDN Interview Experience Score
5.6
Needs Review

Lower scores suggest applicants reported greater stress, weaker communication, or less favorable impressions.

Based on 13 responses
Score Reference:
9โ€“10 Exceptional 8โ€“8.9 Very Good 7โ€“7.9 Good 6โ€“6.9 Mixed < 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as high stress.

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents were neutral about their interview.
Positively (33%)
Negatively (33%)
No change (33%)

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they had average performance at the interview.
Good (33%)
Average (67%)

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally appreciated the engaging interactions during interviews and the alignment with faculty interests, but expressed concerns about the overwhelming emphasis on psychoanalytic orientation in the program and logistical issues such as the school's relocation affecting their preferences.
๐Ÿ’ฌ Interview Process โ–ผ

Length, number, and type of interviews

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Length:
38 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.3 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
100% One-on-One
0% Group Interview
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File Type:
100% Open-File
0% Closed-File

ARGOSY-COMP interviews are an average of 38 minutes, with an average of 2.3 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, and 0% are closed-file.

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

Based on the responses provided, common interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the applicant's undergraduate experience, motivations for pursuing a career in psychology, and reasons for choosing a specific institution like Argosy. These questions do not suggest an MMI format or nondisclosure agreement was involved in the interview process.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said the most interesting question asked at Argosy University College of Clinical Psychology discussed the integration of psychology across various fields and the interviewer's direct mention of working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges, which also highlighted potential interviewer behavior.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Most applicants relied heavily on Student Doctor Network (SDN) for interview preparation and also conducted online research to read up on the program or institution. The consensus was to utilize SDN resources and thoroughly research the interview process to feel well-prepared.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Argosy University College of Clinical Psychology discussed the 5-year plan post-graduation and the rationale behind choosing clinical psychology. Some respondents found it challenging due to interviewers' lack of understanding or repeated explanations needed.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were impressed by the great faculty, the relaxed and humanizing atmosphere during the interview process, and the post-interview luncheon. Suggestions for improvement were minimal, with one applicant mentioning the desire to explore more of Washington, DC.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed negative impressions related to cold or unsupportive staff, faculty's overly critical behavior during interviews, lack of information sessions or tours, and unavailability of staff for discussions. Suggestions include enhancing interviewer training to be more supportive, providing clearer communication and guidance to applicants, and ensuring a more welcoming environment throughout the interview process.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wished they had known about the small size of the school and the intense nature of the interviews, where they felt like they were on trial and compared their experiences with others.
๐Ÿค Campus and Facilities โ–ผ

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as average.

How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?

0 = Low, 10 = High

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unfriendly.
No responses

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was unresponsive.
No responses

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses
๐Ÿ“ Travel and Logistics โ–ผ

Airports Used

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DFW

100% interviewees used DFW (DFW).

What was your primary mode of transportation?

Most interviewees traveled by airplane to the interview.

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33% Airplane
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33% Automobile
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33% Train or Subway
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0% Other

Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees

Most interviewees stayed at the Double Tree Hotel (average ranking 10/10), with some staying at San Rafael Travelodge (average rating 2/10). (Top 2 displayed)

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Double Tree Hotel
10/10
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San Rafael Travelodge
2/10

What was the cost and time spent traveling?

Cost: Low Cost to High Cost

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents are out of state students.

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by Admissions staff personnel
Admissions staff (100%)

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (100%)

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