| Report Response | Report Response | Report Response, "Reviewed AMCAS and secondary, UNC's website" Financial aid never came because they had a meeting so they just dropped off packets, but they would have come in after the dean before the tour guides." | Report Response I have a lot of uncertainties about the school that I won't be able to have answered now unless I get in and then come back for a second look." More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member To make matters worse, he was not only a faculty member, but also on the admissions committee. Students seem really happy and relaxed. | Report Response | Report Response, "The admissions office was very friendly and receptive." More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response Still UniversitySchool of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA), Mesa More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "reviewed my AMCAS and secondary, the school's website, and SDN interview feedback" | I was asked this question too, "So how are you going to succeed in medical school if you strive for perfection in all aspects of your life. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What personal qualities do you have that will make you a good physician?" More from this Member University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why do you want to be a doctor?" Get the latest information, opinions of fellow students, and LizzyMand SDN Rankings. More from this Member " | I was asked this question too, "How has your background (specific thing from file) prepared you to be a doctor?" More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response | Report Response, "Read AMCAS and Research, UNC Website, and SDN" | Report Response, "Read application, UNC website, interview coach." More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "Everything! More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response So, although I was nervous, it all worked out." | Report Response They'll ask getting-to-know you kinds of questions, and a few to check that you really know what you're getting yourself into." | I was asked this question too, "What made you apply to UNC?" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Kansas City | I was asked this question too, "Is there anything that scares you about medical school?" | Report Response, "I had a great time at UNC. More from this Member Nothing to get stressed about, just bring a book or something. " chapel hill is EXCELLENT about communication. " More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "It was much less painful than I anticipated--I even enjoyed my interviews. | Report Response, "Everyone was very nice, and the students really seem to want to work together and help each other" | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "If you could not become a doctor - what would you be?" . More from this Member | Report Response, "Really disappointed with my day here. | Report Response, "The whole day was very relaxed. More from this Member | Report Response, "We had a tour and lunch with interviews scheduled either before or after-- I had one at 9 and one at 1:30. | Report Response, "I would see parts of the med school that are open to the general public, so if you went to UNC the tour isn't necessary" Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), Philadelphia, Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine, Ponce First year is Pass/Fail and second year is Systems based which are both positives for me." Just having good grades and a good MCAT score isn't going to get you in; you need to have research/publications, volunteering, and/or clinical experience. | I was asked this question too, "Do you feel medicine is an art disguised as a science or a science disguised as an art?" | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member Just be yourself, be positive, and be confident! " | Report Response | Report Response, "bring something to read. More from this Member | Report Response, "Students are very enthusiastic and excited to be there. | I was asked this question too, "What was the first car you owned?" what feedback and/or epiphany have you had that leads you to believe you should become a doctor and would make a good one? " | I was asked this question too, "Is there anything you want to explain or highlight in your application?" 1001 Bondurant Hall, CB# 9500. | Report Response All interviewers were great. | Report Response, "This website, visited UNC website, talked to some other medical students." More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "So what can you add to our medical school class?" More from this Member More from this Member (We ended up talking about various books related to my particular medical interests)" More from this Member UNC has a great reputation and the tuition is dirt-cheap. More from this Member | Report Response, "Read about healthcare and did a bit of soul-searching." | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "If I was accepted/rejected at every school where would I attend/what would I do? More from this Member Then you go to the cafeteria and eat lunch, and usually some med students drop by and say hey. More from this Member | Report Response, "SDN, Health Politics (Mike McGee), AMCAS app, UNCCH app, researched some health terms, had a mock interview, typed out a list of possible questions and answers, practiced with a friend (this was my first interview)" The new integrative approach to the curriculum seems to be working well for the 1st years." The process of applying to medical school is long and requires dedication, perseverance and persistence. More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Name the three historical figures you would invite to your last dinner." | Report Response, "the use of patient simulators" | Report Response, "Mock interview, read about UNC" The admissions staff/faculty are very friendly and my faculty interviewer was great." | Report Response | I was asked this question too, ""What will you do if you get into all the schools to which you have applied?" " Ringing Clear and True | Report Response, "That the tour was going to suck." The interviews were definitely long and serious, but not intimidating at all. | I was asked this question too, "How did you choose your summer programs" | Report Response, "That lunch wasn't at the hospital cafeteria" read up on the school and my interviewers" | Report Response (I'm from out of state)" Ooops. " They answered most of my questions about the school." More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "How do you see healthcare in 20 years?" More from this Member Dean Hoole stepped in and answered a few questions before everyone started going their own way for interviews. | Report Response One was dean of admissions so that had a certain level of tension." More from this Member The students who gave us our tour made sure we didn't have any questions and gave us more insight on their lives (one was married, one was single, I thought a good mix). | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Why didn't you get in last year/how have you improved as an applicant?" | I was asked this question too, "What has been your favorite class in your undergraduate career." So, there was a constant flux of interviewees coming in and going out of the waiting room. | Report Response, "The interview day is relatively unstructured compared to others. | I was asked this question too, "Do you miss the South? 7. | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What three sentences should I tell the admissions committee?" | Report Response More from this Member It must be scary to interview with the person who spent 12k TOTAL." | I was asked this question too, "In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge facing healthcare?" | Report Response, "1) Give students a schedule with times and locations in their packets at the beginning of the day The people in the admissions office were nice." | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What made you want to be a doctor?" It was freezing (20F) so I was cold walking outside during the tour (bring a coat to go over your suit). | I was asked this question too, "Why healthcare? | I was asked this question too, "Tell me the story of how you became interested in medicine." More from this Member | Report Response, "the people are fantastic and the facilities are top-notch" United States. Why now (I am non-traditional)" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "Non-minority woman with below 32 on MCAT=don't bother" More from this Member There will always be lots of students and faculty members wandering around campus, and I have frequently found if you are wearing a suit, a nametag, and looking lost, people will ask you if you are lost because you look like youre interviewing. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What are your strengths/weaknesses." More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member | Report Response, "The students excitement and happiness" | Report Response, "Read this website, read the school's website - UNC gave me the names of the interviewers so I read up on them. | I was asked this question too, "What was the most important thing you took away from your clinical experiences?" | Report Response Bring comfortable shoes! | I was asked this question too, "Why did you do X in college?" University of Arizona College of Medicine (Tucson), University of Arizona College of Medicine (Phoenix), A.T. | Report Response | Report Response More from this Member A rabid passion for pathfinding and problem solving with 30 years of consulting and teaching experience. Overall, I think Carolina has alot to offer. More from this Member July 25 - Georgetown, Long SOM. More from this Member | Report Response, "How beautiful the facilities are and that they're within walking distance of a lot of restaurants/bars." More from this Member I think this is a school where students can find happiness and satisfaction quite easily. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What do you do when you fail at something? More from this Member One tour student was a little "pushy"" | I was asked this question too, "You are interested in a very narrow specialty (peds neurosurgery). | Report Response One of my interviewers was swithched when I got there, along with my interview times being changed as well. | Report Response | Report Response, "The interview process seemed to be very unorganized. | Report Response be smart and look up your first interviewer's research. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Are you taking the MCAT in April?" | Report Response | Report Response, "cost - its my state school The tour was kind of brief." | Report Response Second interview - hopefully the one that counted - was much different. My interviewers were both very nice, and I didn't feel intimidated. | Report Response, "I went here for undergrad, so I'm in love with UNC, therefore I'm a little biased. " Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda UNC School of Medicine is committed to enhancing the health of our community by training a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive physician workforce whose interests, values, and goals align with our institution. I am an Indian" Although they say it can take on avg 6weeks to hear back I know quite a few people who hear back earlier. More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What 3 famous deceased people would you like to have dinner with?" More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "website, amcas notes, talked with students" | Report Response, "Nothing, it was a great experience." The students giving the tour were not very knowledgeable about the school itself, but, thank goodness, could point out all the building. | Report Response, "SDN interview feedback, school Web site, looked over my app." | Report Response, "All the construction! | Report Response, "Mini interview sections should be slightly longer. | I was asked this question too, "What should I tell the review committee about you?" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member Admissions committee meets every 2 weeks to make rolling admissions decisions." More from this Member As far as the interview experience itselfyou are first directed to a small waiting room across from 121 MacNider. More from this Member | Report Response, "SDN, amcas app, personal statement, secondary, mock interviews." I was also impressed that they offer a combined M.D./M.P.H. | I was asked this question too, "Why medicine?" More from this Member As a graduate of UNC undergrad, I think most people at UNC undergrad and med are awesome and not like this." | Report Response, "Some of the first years hadn't met eachother yet. | Report Response, "SDN, read UNC website, mock interview" More from this Member The interview day might be a bit disorganized and unstructured, but don't be deceived; UNC is a top-notch institution. Although one of my original interviewers was switched with someone else, the new interviewer seemed to have read my file, and was able to ask specific questions on things I had written in my application. | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "How wud u fix them?" The patient had been smoking and drinking for years and refused to stop. | Report Response Students that gave the tour had been at the school for all of a month and a half and could not answer a majority of the questions I asked about the curriculum." | I was asked this question too, "Where do you see yourself in ten years?" | I was asked this question too, "Describe a Personal Challenge." For in-state applicants, the interview rate is 49%. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Who is your favorite poet?" More from this Member The hospitals are nice, the people are very friendly, the education is top-tier, and the price is right." | I was asked this question too, "Who would you like to eat dinner with, besides a family member?" | Report Response, "Reread my application, read the website" My 2nd interviewer really focused on philosophical inquiries. " More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response Is this a right? | I was asked this question too, "tell me about yourself" | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "why unc" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "what do you do in your free time?" | I was asked this question too, "I was asked in both interviews to explain my husband's job in more detail. " University of Arizona College of Medicine (Phoenix) More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What advantages to you see in UNC program compared to other schools you applied to?" | I was asked this question too, "What would you suggest be done to deal with the inequity of healthcare (millions of uninsured) in the U.S.? " Touro College of Osteopathic MedicineNew York (TouroCOM-NY), New York City, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham | Report Response | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What makes you unique" More from this Member Also, be aware that some schools will have someone escort you between interviews, while others will just give you a map. More from this Member University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, Memphis | Report Response Edward Via College of Osteopathic MedicineVirginia Campus (VCOM-Virginia), Blacksburg, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Describe your childhood." More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "my interviewers were really intent on getting to know me better. It will vary from school to school. We were enjoying the conversation so much that someone had to come and end tell us time had ended." More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "not much info about the curriculum given" Certainly, they are happy to help you and answer any of your questions. | Report Response But, I've also heard that the dental school will be undergoing construction soon, so don't get your hopes up." | I was asked this question too, "What do you think is the most pressing issue in healthcare today? | Report Response, "The interview day was very disorganized and rushed. More from this Member More from this Member This seems to be a common experience about their interview day so don't get too comfortable with the names and times they give you." | Report Response | Report Response Active student body and amazing facilities and upcoming facilities. | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "How would you advise a presidential candidate to pay for health care reforms?" | Report Response | Report Response, "it was raining outsidenot really UNC's fault though." More from this Member | Report Response, "they made a point about protecting their students, and it did seem the students spoke up and were heard within the school" One positive: best interview day food that I've had so far!" This part I found extremely boring. More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "SDN, friends, list of questions from internet, personnel statement, mock interview" | Report Response | Report Response, "The students seemed happy, the new facilities being built should be beautiful." The faculty members who interviewed me, the students, and the other applicants were all very friendly and personable. | Report Response, "I hope to soon be a part of great school with an outstanding history." | Report Response, "The internal transportation system is awesome! " How relaxed things were (even though I had heard it was relaxed like a million times)!" More from this Member I sensed arrogance both from the administration and one of the men who interviewed me, as if I should beg to get into this school. " My interviewers were VERY straightforward (why medicine, what's up with this grade and that grade, what do your parents do, why did you do ____ extra curric, why UNC, do you like chapel hill, what type of medicine do you think you'd be interested in standard questions that I think most people would expect out of an interview. | I was asked this question too, "What would you tell a pregnant sixteen year old girl if she asked you for all the options for her baby?" | I was asked this question too, "Same as above" More from this Member | Report Response, "My 3rd interview was just great. | I was asked this question too, "Why do autistic people behave the way that they do? | I was asked this question too, "Name 3 specific, as in September 28th etc, vignettes that exemplify how medicine choose you, NOT how you choose medicine." | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What was the plot of the Stranger?" | Report Response, "The first interview was with an older faculty member - thankfully not on the admissions committee - who seemed to just attack my app. | Report Response, "Lots of community service involvement" | Report Response | Report Response, "Everyone seemed really friendly and happy there." The videos we watched had student testimonials that seemed like they genuinely felt very supported by the faculty and administration, academically and personally. Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City | Report Response They want you to be yourself and just explain the various aspects of your file and how those aspects have prepared you to be a good doctor. " | Report Response University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine, Columbia | Report Response More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What was your research?" University of California, Davis, School of Medicine, Sacramento More from this Member They seemed really nice and had conversations with both of them. (this last for about 40mins!)" | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member (you normally get 1 faculty interview, and 1 adcom memeber) So, I had two admissions committee members as my interviewers. More from this Member | Report Response, "I was extremely impressed with the school and what they offer. More from this Member He also spent about five minutes trying to determine just how little of a certain ethnicity I am because I listed it on AMCAS as a secondary race. More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member Although there were different interviewers assigned to the students, most of them made it a point to come to the waiting room and introduce themselves to the rest of us, which made the process very casual and laid back." More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "How has being a Paramedic prepared you for medical school?" | Report Response, "Campus is really expanding/updating including new MS1 building for next year. Studentdoctor made me worried about it, but my interviews were very conversational and stress-free." How did you focus on something so specialized this early?" Kansas City, KS 66160. | Report Response There were 4 other students. More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Honestly, like everyone else says, it's really conversational. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What should I tell the admissions committee that will convince them to accept you over the other applicants?" | Report Response 2) Include a short Q&A with the financial aid office on the schedule, or perhaps include more materials on the financial aid process in the interview folder More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "all the construction around Macnider and the disorganization of the student-led tour (some of the rooms we were supposed to tour were locked and the tour guides had no key)" The Admissions Committee interview addressed more of the "why medicine/why UNC" type questions and dealt more with my pre-med background. | I was asked this question too, "What would be going through your head as you stand outside of your first patient's room during the start of your clinical rotations during your third year." | Report Response | Report Response, "read over AMCAS and UNC applications, mock interviews, UNC website" More from this Member Even though they're strong in research, they are also serious about primary care. | Report Response Two hour-long interviews (one w/ a faculty member and one w/ a admissions committee member)." | Report Response More from this Member Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What is the weakest part of your application? 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