SDN Logo
 
 

Binghamton University Harpur College of Arts and Sciences (Psychology)

Binghamton, NY

Psychology Schools | Public For-Profit

Going on an interview at SUNY-BU? Add your feedback to help others!
⭐ Overall Impressions

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents were neutral 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 rank this school as average compared to 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 revolve around the applicant's research experience, interests, and fit with the program. Other common questions include inquiring about post-graduation plans, reasons for choosing a specific school, and hypothetical scenarios involving unlimited resources for research studies.

What was the most interesting question?

No responses

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Binghamton University Harpur College of Arts and Sciences (Psychology) discussed the challenge of designing a study with unlimited resources, including subsequent detailed inquiries.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 3 people.

What was the style of the interview?

Most respondents had a one-on-one 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 neutral about the school.

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as 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 airplane to the interview.

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

Most respondents spent between $401 and $500.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

No responses

How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as average
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 poor.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as poor.
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 researching the interviewer's work, reviewing the school's information, and studying potential interview questions. They also focused on familiarizing themselves with their own application materials to be well-prepared for the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were positively impressed by the friendly and enthusiastic graduate students, as well as the engaging research opportunities and resources available, such as the clinic and interesting professor research.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants were most commonly negatively impressed by concerns related to location, including commute or campus setting, as well as negative feedback from current students about professors or staff members. Suggestions included providing more information about the campus and faculty, and addressing any issues with communication or reputation.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Many applicants wished they had known more about the living conditions in the place they were applying to. It is essential to thoroughly research and understand the location, living arrangements, and cultural aspects before committing to a new opportunity.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally appreciated the supportive and friendly student community but expressed concerns about the program's location and some challenging interview questions.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

No responses