Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine (NEOMED) Interview Feedback Summary
Rootstown, OH
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 50% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview generally impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did okay.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
6.6
Mixed
Mixed experience; organization and communication appear average with varied impressions and occasional stress.
Based on 210 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 as average compared to other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (75%)
Negatively (6%)
No change (20%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (40%)
Good (46%)
Average (9%)
Poor (3%)
Bad (3%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview process to be relaxed and conversational, with a mix of positive and neutral impressions about the school and its facilities. Feedback highlighted the friendly staff, ease of conversation during interviews, and the unique aspects of the program, while some expressed concerns about the location and facilities.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Easy going, conversational. Really enjoyed the interview.
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Out of all the schools I interviewed at, this was the least impressive as it was the only school that decided to not do live interviews during COVID.
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The students are very kind and informative and the administrative staff seem super sweet. The school had a very small town feel. The lunch provided was pasta and salad from a buffet style table. water and lemonade available all day to drink. The staff had a coat rack set up and will hold your luggage if you bring it with you. The tour was wonderful.
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Have fun, seriously. You were invited because they like you and you deserve to be there. Meet some new people and enjoy the process
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There were 2, one-on-one interviews with MDs, each lasting about 30 minutes each
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
36 Minutes Average
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Number:
2 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
60% One-on-One
40% Group Interview
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File Type:
96% Open-File
4% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
100% Virtual
0% In-Person
NEOUCOM-COMP interviews are an average of 36 minutes, with an average of 2 interviews. 60% of interviews are one-on-one, 0% are in-person, and 4% are closed-file.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about the candidate's motivation for pursuing medicine, their strengths and weaknesses, future career aspirations, experiences influencing their decision to become a doctor, and their views on healthcare and the medical field. Some respondents mentioned questions specific to the MMI format, suggesting they may have been under a nondisclosure agreement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Tell me about yourself.
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What made you want to do medicine?
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What are 2 things that draw you toward NEOMED, and 2 things that give you pause about attending medical school here?
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Tell me about yourself
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Who is a role model in your life/guidance to get you to where you are and want to do this?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine (NEOMED) discussed a wide range of topics, including personal strengths and weaknesses, ethical dilemmas, role models, and hypothetical scenarios like handling test leaks. Some responses indicated an MMI format with questions on integrity and professionalism, potentially under a nondisclosure agreement, while others highlighted questions about balancing extracurricular activities, book preferences, and future career plans.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I want to know more about your research. What were the results and implications?
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They asked about my hobbies that were in my application (like dance and rock climbing)
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What was the last non-science/non-academic book you read?
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Do you like to read? What was the last book you read for fun?
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Who is your role model and why
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by reviewing their application materials, practicing with mock interviews, studying common interview questions from sources like StudentDoctor.net, and researching the school's website and resources. Many also sought advice from advisors, discussed potential questions with others, and engaged in self-reflection on personal experiences and motivations for pursuing a medical career.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Reviewed NEOMED's resources, common questions, my primary and secondary for NEOMED
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Read up on SDN interview feedback
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SDN, mock interviews
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Read my application, drank a bottle of wine
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Practiced with advisors, had answers for as many questions I could find, practiced in the mirror
What was the most difficult question?
Students said the most difficult question asked at Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine (NEOMED) discussed a wide range of topics, including personal motivations for medicine, ethical scenarios, and reflections on the healthcare system. Some respondents mentioned questions related to ethics committees, medical field challenges, and personal characteristics. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on references to nondisclosure agreements and a variety of scenarios presented to applicants.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/a. maybe "What resources do you see yourself using at NEOMED?"
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What is your learning style?
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What do you dislike about NEOMED?
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"What do you want me to know about you"
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What first got you interested in medicine?
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and warmth of the faculty, staff, and students, as well as the conversational and low-pressure interview atmosphere. They appreciated the tight-knit community, modern facilities, and the personalized attention given during the admissions process. Some also mentioned the school's singular focus on medical education and the positive interactions with current students.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Positive commentary from the interviewer.
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Interviewer was very nice and laid-back.
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My interviewer was a doctor and she was very nice. The interview was very conversational and low pressure.
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The kindness of the students and staff
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Everyone is so nice and it seems that the school really listens to the students
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants were primarily concerned about the school's rural location, limited facilities, lack of engagement during the admissions process, outdated facilities, and long class hours. Suggestions included improving the admissions process, updating facilities, and considering changes to the curriculum to enhance student experience and engagement.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/A
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The admissions team had us record our answers on a webcam rather than taking the time to actually interview applicants and get to know us.
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The tuition costs for OOS students and how limited the area is. None of your rotations are in town, there is no attached hospital.
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Very high out of state cost of attendance, somewhat small campus
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Though the "village" of apartments on campus is new, it feels like a dorm; the admissions tour guide didn't seem to have a plan, just went with things as they came up
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time about the potential for being waitlisted, hidden fees, the interview structure (good cop/bad cop), and the diverse student body at the school. They also recommended being prepared for the interview day schedule, comfortable shoes for walking, and not expecting immediate acceptance notifications.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Student-faculty relationships.
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NEOMED does a flipped classroom approach
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I think that EVERYONE needs to know that you will get waitlisted no matter what unless you're a pathway student. Everyone needs to realize this. Many people at the current class got waitlisted but are here now and it is great. But prepare to be waitlisted and it is different than a normal waitlist.
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Hidden fees.
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Be prepared for a lot of stairs and wow the Ohio snow is cold.
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
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 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 conduct live interviews instead of pre-recorded ones to show respect and engage with applicants effectively. However, they also appreciated the efforts made to create an enjoyable experience during the admissions process.
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Be like every other medical school, show some respect for applicants and actually take the time to interview them. The pre-recorded interview defeats the entire purpose of an interview.
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They did a great job making it an enjoyable day
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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Cleveland
60% interviewees used Cleveland (Cleveland), with 20% using Cle (Cle) and 20% using Akron-Canton (Akron-Canton).
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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73% Automobile
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8% Train or Subway
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0% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Holiday Inn Express in Kent, OH (average ranking 10/10), with some staying at Fairfield inn (average rating 9/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Holiday Inn Express in Kent, OH
10/10
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Fairfield inn
9/10
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super 8
8/10
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Other or at another housing option.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Admissions staff (44%)
Faculty member (12%)
Student (44%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Discouraging (4%)
Enthusiastic (70%)
Neutral (26%)
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