St. Louis, MO
Allopathic Medical Schools | Private Non-Profit
Application Cycle: 2010-11
⭐ Overall Impressions
How did the interview impress you?
Positively 🙂
What was the stress level of the interview?
5 out of 10
0 = Low Stress, 10 = High Stress
How you think you did?
4 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
9 out of 10
0 = Below, 10 = Above
How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?
9 out of 10
0 = Below, 10 = Above
What are your general comments?
I really see myself here, and I've lived on the coasts (west & east) my whole life. It's a great school with friendly students and an outstanding curriculum.
💬 Interview Process
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
Specific questions about a journal paper I wrote a few years ago.
What was the most interesting question?
My interviewers (Dean of Admissions) seemed to be interested in my interests in medical devices, which I enjoyed talking about.
How did you prepare for the interview?
Reviewed AMCAS, reviewed SDN, copious amounts of research on the school, talked with students, etc.
What was the most difficult question?
It was hard to remember some of the details of my past experiences/ECs.
What impressed you positively?
Welcoming environment, solid curriculum, and opportunities in community service. I really liked it.
What impressed you negatively?
I wish I had more than 1 interview....my nerves definitely didn't allow me to flourish
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Nothing, I felt well prepared. Just be sure to relax and take your time answering questions.
🤝 Campus and Facilities
How do you rank the facilities?
10 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What is your ranking of this school's location?
8 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
10 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?
9 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
9 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
📍 Travel and Logistics
Who was the tour given by?
Student
How did the tour guide seem?
Enthusiastic
What is your in-state status?
Out of state
What were your total hours spent traveling?
7+ hours
What was your primary mode of travel?
Airplane
About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?
$401-$500
What airport did you fly into?
STL
Where did you stay?
Hotel
What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?
Courtyard Marriot
How would you rate the hotel?
9 out of 10
0 = Bad, 10 = Great
Would you recommend the hotel?
yes
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