Baltimore, MD
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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.5
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 108 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 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 average 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 felt positively about their interview.
Positively (83%)
Negatively (11%)
No change (6%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (32%)
Good (47%)
Average (21%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally provided positive feedback about the school's welcoming and professional staff, beautiful campus, and informative interview process. Some noted the school's focus on helping underserved communities and recommended considering it for pharmacy school.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Overall, a positive interview despite it being a bit challenging. If you prepare sufficiently and know why you want to go into the field of pharmacy, you will be happy with the outcome of your interview. Staff/faculty are all very kind, professional and welcoming. Campus is also very beautiful.
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If you want to study in a school with a vision and mission on helping the less favored communities this is your school
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They interview day was very informative and I am glad I went! I wasn't sure what to expect from such a new school but I was pleasantly surprised after seeing the school and meeting some of the students.
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This is a great school. Definately put it on your list of schools to consider for pharmacy school.
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Even though I had an interview on a week day, I didnt see many students on the campus the whole time I was there (except for 2 first year students we chatted with). Also, there was no tour, but that's okay as it was very cold and I was tired after being there for 5 hours!
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
33 Minutes Average
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Number:
2.1 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
84% One-on-One
16% Group Interview
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File Type:
89% Open-File
11% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
0% Virtual
100% In-Person
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Interview Location (for In-Person):
100% At the School
0% Other Location
NDM-COMP interviews are an average of 33 minutes, with an average of 2.1 interviews. 84% of interviews are one-on-one, 100% are in-person, and 11% are closed-file. Of the in-person interviews, 100% are held at the school.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about weaknesses and strategies for improvement, personal background and motivations for pursuing pharmacy, time management skills, academic achievements, study habits, experiences with group work, and specific knowledge about the pharmacy profession. Additionally, some respondents mentioned being asked about their observations while working in a pharmacy and their likes and dislikes about the profession. It is worth noting that some interviews were in an MMI format, which may have involved a nondisclosure agreement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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What are your weaknesses and what strategies have you used to overcome them?
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Tell me about yourself
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Why Notre Dame
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Time management?
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Why is pharmacy?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said most interesting question asked at Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy discussed a variety of topics including future goals, personal motivations, career choices, and self-reflection. These questions aimed to evaluate candidates' values, aspirations, problem-solving skills, and ability to handle challenges, providing insights into their character and suitability for the pharmacy program.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The interview is now over. What would you like us to leave with?
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If I have money and time what I would like to do with those?
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Why did you choose pharmacy over medical school?
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What do you think a pharmacist actually does?
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Purpose of life?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Most applicants prepared for the interview by researching the school, practicing answers to common questions found on Student Doctor Network (SDN), and conducting mock interviews with family and friends. Suggestions include reviewing the school's website, seeking tips from current students, and utilizing online resources like SDN for guidance and sample questions.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I reviewed the school's website and practiced my answers to challenging questions found on SDN. Got tips from current pharmacy and medical students.
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SDN
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I did research and read a lot about the school
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I practiced the questions posted on this website.
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I read about the school. I did a mock interview. I considered the normal questions like why pharmacy and why I would be a good pharmacist.
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy discussed various topics including why they chose the school, other schools they applied to, negatives of pharmacy, role models, challenges faced, failures, and convincing a family member of Western medicine's efficacy without evidence. The interview format may have been an MMI as indicated by references to nondisclosure agreements and questions based on previous answers.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/a
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Why Notre Dame
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They ask you all the basic questions, nothing to difficult as long as you know what you want to say.
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What other schools have you applied to?
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Negatives of pharmacy
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the caring and supportive faculty, modern curriculum with early field experience, welcoming campus environment, and the thorough information provided during their visit. Many highlighted the professionalism and friendliness of the faculty and staff, as well as the opportunity to engage with patients from the first year of study.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Their positive decorum and thorough analysis of me as a candidate. There was a genuine interest in who I was as it related to their school values and the career of pharmacy.
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Faculty was extremely caring and definitely want the best for you; small school size
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The faculty, the school is extremely modern, even thought is located in an university founded in 1845
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The faculty and staff are extremely nice. They truly want you to be their student. Compared to other shools, this one provides necessary information for selecting a pharmacy school. a detailed presentation is given about the school curriculum, financial aid, and housing. I walk out with all questions answered. the pharmacy building is brand new.
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The curriculum is much more modernized than other schools, in a very good way. You start getting field experience in a pharmacy in the first year and you continue to get more and more experience every year.
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were negatively impressed by the long and disorganized interview day, high tuition costs, lack of professionalism from interviewers, and the ongoing construction of the pharmacy building. They also mentioned the emphasis on group work, lack of transparency in the interview process, and the inconvenience of having to wear professional clothing daily. Suggestions included improving communication about the interview process, providing clearer information about the program, and addressing the ongoing construction issues.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/a
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Nothing
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The whole day was terribly long and negatively affected my overall decision and perception of the school.
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The lack of professionalism the interviewers had.
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Tuition is $34,000 per year. this is more than other schools.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known about the interview format, the relaxed nature of the interview process, and to not be overly nervous. Some also mentioned the importance of being prepared for deep questions, the need for a good breakfast, and challenges with finding the interview location.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I wish I had known it was an open-file interview and that I was going to be interviewed by many faculty and staff.
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Tuition
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I wish I had known not to be too nervous, the interview was very relaxed. They want to accept you.
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I should have eaten more breakfast.
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They asked some real deep questions about my personal statement and general questions about some bad grades.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above 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 friendly.
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants commonly suggested that the admissions office should consider shortening the interview day by eliminating unnecessary presentations and making the process more efficient. Additionally, some applicants recommended providing a brief classroom or lab experience to enhance their understanding of the academic environment.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/A
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It would be nice to experience a least 10 minutes of class, or lab class as well.
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Interview day was way too long! Please shorten it. We do not need to have all of those presentations. We just want to go for the interview then get out of there.
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I thought Mr. Epps and Mr. Shattuck did a lot to make the process enjoyable and to enfuse us with confidence before we went into our interviews. Their office made us feel how pleased they were to have the opportunity to interview us them. What a pleasant experience. To change the kind of name tags next time is the only suggestion I can even think of. It was a great experience. I encourage the students think of applying at Notre Dame to do it. This is a warm friendly environment. The team interviewing process was very comfortable. The whole process left me with a very favorable feeling about this school.
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Extremely polite & kind people.
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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BWM
50% interviewees used BWM (BWM), with 50% using BWI (BWI).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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19% Airplane
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75% Automobile
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6% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Radisson (average ranking 9.3/10), with some staying at Double Tree (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Radisson
9.3/10
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Double Tree
10/10
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Mount Vernon Hotel
4/10
SDN Interview Experience Score
7.5
Good
Generally favorable experience overall, applicants reported positive interactions with some minor issues noted.
Based on 108 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 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 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 (69%)
Faculty member (19%)
Student (13%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (88%)
Neutral (13%)
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