Norfolk, VA
Allopathic Medical Schools | Public Non-Profit
Application Cycle: 2009-10
⭐ Overall Impressions
How did the interview impress you?
Positively 🙂
What was the stress level of the interview?
3 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress
What are your general comments?
After having been brainwashed into thinking that EVMS was a low-quality school, the interview day totally changed my perceptions. It doesn't have the reputation because it is a relatively young school, but I was impressed by their board scores. Their standardized patient program is well-developed, and they truly do emphasize the clincal aspect of medicine. Everyone, without exception, was very nice and friendly, from the people in the administration office to the random med students who walked by. The interview was very low-stress, and everyone did their best to put us at ease. Also, my interviewer told me flat out - if you want to do research, go to UVA; if you want to focus on the patient, come to EVMS.
💬 Interview Process
What was the most interesting question?
Is DMB your favorite band? (I went to school where the band hails from.)
How did you prepare for the interview?
talked to friends who had already interviewed here, school website, looked up state law on some ethical issues, looked over my application
What was the most difficult question?
What sets you apart from the rest of the applicants?
What impressed you positively?
Everyone was incredibly nice and friendly. Also, I thought the children's hospital was a wonderful facility.
What impressed you negatively?
Norfolk
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Norfolk is a crappy place, but EVMS is located in the best section of town.
📍 Travel and Logistics
Who was the tour given by?
Student
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