Idaho State University College of Pharmacy
Pocatello, ID
Pharmacy Schools | Public Non-Profit
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.
How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?
Most respondents rank this school above other schools they applied to.
0 = Below, 10 = Above
💬 Interview Questions ▼
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about past experiences handling group dynamics, defining professionalism and responsibility, expressing reasons for choosing a specific program, discussing challenging situations with colleagues or patients, and reflecting on personal strengths and weaknesses. While some interviews may involve Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) formats with nondisclosure agreements, candidates are typically asked to elaborate on ethical dilemmas, teamwork scenarios, and motivations for pursuing a career in pharmacy.
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In one of your past experiences, what did you do when one of your group members was slacking?
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Why ISU pharmacy?
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first of all, we had personal interviews with two faculty members that went for 30-40 mins. then we had a group interview with several other candidates as other students from the program watched. we had a few questions each and then we did a group discussion about a moral/ethical situation where there was no right or wrong answer, necessarily.
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Why pharmacy? Why ISU? What would you do if you don't get in? What other schools you applied to?
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what makes you stand out compared to the other three applicants we are interviewing today?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Idaho State University College of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios such as handling drug-related inquiries, professional behavior, career plans, and ethical dilemmas. The responses indicate a mix of situational, ethical, and personal questions, with no mention of an MMI format or nondisclosure agreement.
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What would you do if a person with a previous drug history came to you and asked how to pass a drug test?
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Do you plan on working through graduate school?
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it was at a different school interview...what does it mean to be a professional
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Would you like to stay in the U.S or go back to your country after completing Pharm.D program?
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If a patient comes up to and says they want to commit suicide, what would be your actions?
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult questions asked at Idaho State University College of Pharmacy discussed various scenarios, such as ethical dilemmas like dealing with cheating friends, handling conflicting prescriptions from doctors, and confronting challenges in group projects. Additionally, some responses indicated questions related to personal motivations for pursuing pharmacy and standing out amongst other applicants, with a strong emphasis on providing unique and impactful responses.
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What do you look most forward to when you're a pharmacist? The least?
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None. If any it was from my resume. Anticipate any weaknesses that might be brought up for questioning from your resume. My interviewer noticed the details.
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what makes you qualified for this program? saying your grades or compassion is bullshit. everyone interviewing usually has good grades and compassion...come on...i would shred your application right then and there if you say shit like that. come up with something interesting...i want to advance the field of pharmacy because there are still some many opportunities and niches in pharmacy that could use development...and this would eventually help grow the world of pharmacy.. if you say this have and example or they will nail your ass faster than you can imagine...MTM for instance is a great. and as nice as my faculty interviewers were, there are also the other kinds. asking like "why do you belong here, why should we give you a chance, there are others so many others with better grades that we shouldn't waste our time"
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N/A
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Your best friend tells you they're cheating. What would you do?
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼
How long was the interview?
Most respondents had an interview of 40 - 50 minutes.
How many people interviewed you?
Most respondents were interviewed by 2 people.
What was the style of the interview?
Most respondents had a in a group interview.
What type of interview was it?
Most respondents had an open file interview.
Was this interview in-person or virtual?
Most respondents had a virtual interview.
Data includes both pre- and post-COVID interviews.
No responses
Where did the interview take place?
Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
📍 On-Site Experience ▼
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents rank the facilities as below average.
What were your total hours spent traveling?
Most respondents spent 4-6 hours traveling to the interview.
What was your primary mode of travel?
Most respondents traveled by automobile to the interview.
About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?
Most respondents spent between $101 and $200.
What airport did you fly into?
Respondents who flew to the interview generally used There doesn't seem to be a specific airport name or code provided in the user response. Let's move on to the next user response to determine the most commonly entered airport information.
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$ 700
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
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motel 6
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University Inn
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Econo Lodge University
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Comfort Inn
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Campus Inn
How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
Would you recommend the hotel?
Most respondents would recommend their hotel.
What is your ranking of this school's location?
Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What are your comments on where you stayed?
No responses
✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources such as Student Doctor Network (SDN), reviewing common interview questions, conducting mock interviews with friends or professionals, and seeking advice from pharmacists and current pharmacy students. It was emphasized to not memorize answers but rather practice articulating responses naturally to ensure authenticity during the interview.
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sdn
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SDN.
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there are several general question lists on the internet and i looked those over. many questions may seem ridiculous but do them anyway. if they never come up..ok..but they will still help you get your thoughts in order for other shit that may come your way. practice saying it to others, but don't memorize your answers otherwise they will sound rehearsed and certainly not genuine
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Surf ISU website, student doctor network
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SDN, read articles, searched common interview questions, talked with pharmacists I work with.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were impressed by the friendly and laid-back atmosphere of the campus and program, as well as the professionalism and enthusiasm of the faculty and interviewers. They appreciated the sense of teamwork among students and faculty, the personalized approach to interviews, and the efficiency in the application review process.
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No cut-throat competition
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Pharmacy building is in great, easy location to find. ISU pharmacy faculty and students were very friendly and courteous.
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All my interviewers and students that I met are very nice and cool.
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Very relaxed atmosphere. Both interviewers seems enthusiastic about topics realating to the future of the pharmacy profession and the opportunities the field has to offer.
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Both interviewers seemed personable and nice.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed dissatisfaction with long waits, unorganized schedules, lack of engagement during interviews, and the lack of campus tours. Suggestions included providing more structured and efficient interview schedules, offering better communication about the process, and ensuring a more engaging and informative interview experience.
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Meridian Campus lacked research labs....
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There are a ton of one way streets by ISU. It was very confusing and different. The city architect planner totally failed!
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most of the day was spent waiting around for the next thing to happen.
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The cold weather and water!!! I think their water has too much calcium deposit in it. :(
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Pocatello interview involved alot of waiting around
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly expressed a wish for more information on the specific criteria for acceptance, such as GPA requirements, interview structure, and the limited number of slots available for out-of-state residents. Many also mentioned a desire for more insight into the school's history and application process to better prepare for the interview.
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Tuition is increasing by 10% each year
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There are only a dozen or so slots for out of staters. ISU received over 400 applications for fall 2010, interviewed approx. 130 and accepted 70 total students. Therefore, in order to get accepted as an out of stater you need an over-the-top GPA including prereq. GPA along with strong recommendations, resume, and interview score.
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the structure of the interview process.
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There were no real surprises.
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They guarentee 50 spots to Idaho residents and so there are only 10 spots for out of state residents.
What are your general comments?
Applicants commonly mentioned that the interview process was lengthy and involved various components such as individual and group interviews, case study discussions, and essay writing. They also expressed a mix of nervousness, excitement, and appreciation for the opportunities presented during the interview day.
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Meridian campus has lots of opportunities to work and go to school at the same time
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If you are invited to an interview, prepare for a long day! Although the interview process is well organized and lasts only half a day, you can expect an open file interview, a student group interview, an ethical question group discussion while being observed by ISU pharm students & faculty admissions personnel, and lastly writing an essay about the ethical question posed to your group. It was a grueling process. I'm not sure if it was because this was only my second interview that I was so nervous or if it was the newness of what to expect for the interview, but I was way nervous throughout the day.
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interview with more than one school. find one that gives out early acceptance letters like the southern nevada (private) pharmacy school. that school is way to fucking expensive but do it anyway because going to the interview that really matters and being able to say that you have already been accepted elsewhere is a big bust. plus, that first interview is a good practice run for yourself. sounds like a lot of money for an extra interview but its certainly worth it. trust me. I got accepted into the program so i'm not blowing smoke up your ass.
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First I had an interview with two professors for 55 minutes. After that, I had a group interview with other applicants for 30 minutes. Then, we had 30 minutes a case-study discussion. Also, we got another one hour to write an eassy about our case study question. During discussion time, I felt a little bit nervous coz those pharm.D students were observing us. However, everything went very well. I got my accpetance letter after three weeks of my interview :) I am really going to the school since they have the resedency program that I want to practice!
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Overall it was a good experience. But I wish I didn't have to spend all day in Pocatello for an interview that only lasted a few hours.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggest that the admissions office should improve response time to emails and encourage early submission of application materials with professional editing support available. Additionally, there is a request to streamline the interview process for Meridian and Boise campuses to enhance the applicant experience.
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Prospective students appreciate when e-mails are responded to in a timely manner.
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get your stuff in early and think about having a professional editor look at your personal statement
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Applicant applying for Meridian campus should be able to do group interview in Pocatello right away
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Consolidate interview process for Boise applicants.
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