Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 21% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.
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 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 the applicant's motivation for pursuing medicine, their thoughts on specific healthcare scenarios or policies, their personal qualities and experiences related to medicine, and how they would handle challenging situations as a future healthcare provider. Additionally, respondents may have encountered an MMI format where questions are scenario-based, and they might have been subject to a nondisclosure agreement regarding specific questions asked during the interview.
Tell us about yourself. Why do you want to go to this school?
Students said most interesting question asked at University of Montreal Faculty of Medicine discussed a variety of topics, including hobbies, political themes in songwriting, group interview dynamics, career changes, ethical dilemmas in patient care, and personal values. While some mentioned typical questions, others highlighted unique scenarios such as hypothetical situations involving patient care and personal beliefs. Some responses indicated a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format with potential nondisclosure agreements.
what did you think about the group interview (that took place just before the individual interview)? what do you think we evaluate during the group discussion?
Students said the most difficult questions asked at University of Montreal Faculty of Medicine discussed a range of scenarios such as adapting to French, handling medical errors, justifying career choices, defining empathy, and managing challenging patient interactions. Additionally, some respondents mentioned questions about making changes to the healthcare system and personal reflections, while others faced inquiries about ethical dilemmas and hypothetical scenarios.
How will you adapt to the French? (I'm English-speaking)
if you like science and helping people, why not pharmacy / dentistry / ergotherapy / biochemistry ? (they asked about these 4, one at the time, so i had to justify for each of them)
What would you do if a mom comes in your office with her child for a throat problem and you would discover some marks on his body. The mom fells you think she beats her child and gets angry. How would you react?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
No responses
How would you rate the hotel?
Most respondents rated their hotel as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
Would you recommend the hotel?
No responses
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?
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✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼
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
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by engaging in mock interviews, researching common interview questions, reflecting on personal motivations for pursuing medicine, and staying informed about current events. They also sought advice from past interviewees, practiced with friends, and utilized resources such as specific websites and books to enhance their readiness for the interview.
Mock interviews, read/researched many interview questions, read about ethical situations, practiced my French constantly, watched the news
talked to people who passed the interview, asked myself why i wanted to become a doctor, prepared to talk about my past activities, volunteering, qualities and flaws, etc.
This website, Canadian pre-med Ezboard (Ian Wong - you rock!). Read lists of possible questions. Prepared and practiced several times. Prepared some points that I wanted to make sure to get across.
Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of students, faculty, and interviewers. They also appreciated the supportive and dynamic learning environment, as well as the engaging and innovative teaching methods like magistral courses and the problem-solving-based A.P.P. program.
How nice the med students and faculty were. And also, how nice all the other interviewees were!!
Applicants commonly expressed dissatisfaction with the school's appearance and location, mentioning that it was old, not visually appealing, and lacking in amenities. Suggestions included improving the facilities and creating a more welcoming environment for students and faculty.
It isn't the best looking school, and the location isn't the greatest either.
Applicants commonly wished they had known about the relaxed nature of the process, the potential for a longer MD program duration, the alternative campus option in Trois-Rivières, the importance of medical ethics knowledge, and the heavy use of the APP system. They also mentioned being caught off guard by specific questions related to their interests during interviews.
Applicants commonly provided feedback that the interview process involved both group and individual interviews, with varying levels of stress and expectations for question depth. Suggestions included being prepared to speak up in group discussions, expect challenges in individual interviews, and overall, to remain transparent and well-prepared.
There was one group interview (where you discuss in a group different ethical questions). Advice: Speak up in the group at least three times per question. The second was a personal interview with 2 interviewers. My personal interview was very relaxed.
i was expecting a longer interview and deeper questions, so i was a bit disappointed. the interviewers were nice and asked very general questions, nothing tricky.
Overall it was a stressful but good day, very motivating. There was a little too much waiting around between the group interview and the individual interview.
First interview was in group, lasted 30 mins and had three questions of various topics - for me, education, health and politics. It was rather relaxed, except for the fact that 4 doctors are eyeing your every move. After a long wait, the second interview took place, two on one. Don't believe what everyone says about the interviewers being the spawns of hell; I'm from McGill, and they were super nice. They just wanted to know more about me and if I'm truly qualified to be a GOOD doctor.
Overall, it was okay! I hope I knew I would have had some ethic questions though! I was pretty surprised of the kind of questions I was asked for... But, just be yourself and everything is going to go greatly!
My group interview went smoothly, but it's hard to tell how everyone did. I'm not sure exactly how they evaluate us.
My one-on-one was tough. Interviewers are pros and will look for gaps or possible inconsistencies in your answers. They will challenge you to see if you will slip up. Gotta know your stuff and be well-prepared and very transparent.
In general, it was a good experience because it shows a lot about yourself in terms of stress, rapidity in answering questions and getting used to new people in a couple of minutes
They only gave me a ten minute individual interview. They tried to challenge me but seemed happy with my answers. However, they only interviewed me for ten minutes!
The day was great, interviewers, students and fellow interviewees were simply fantastic beings...
Thus group (8) interview on topics that made recent headlines (45 min).
Personal interview (45 min)
2 Physicians, one male/female.
Questions mostly about my "CV".
it was a good experience...their's a group interview before the personal interview and it's not that bad...we just discussed general topics such as violence in sports or UN role in regional conflicts...it was my first interview so i did not know what to expect but i guess it was not that bad....what i haet most is to wait after the interview....for good result hopefully