Positively
2 out of 10
10 out of 10
6 out of 10
30 minutes
At the school
3
One-on-one
Open file
"What have you done in the past year to make you a better candidate?" Report Response | I was asked this question too
"What defining characteristic would you say would make you a better candidate than the other students?" Report Response | I was asked this question too
"Last night, you had an private dinner with Albert Einstein. Tell me about it..." Report Response | I was asked this question too
"What does the government need to do to stop the problems of illegal immigration? Seemed like a question to test me as I am Hispanic, but those issues don't bother me and I told him how the problems should be fixed." Report Response | I was asked this question too
"The hypothetical questions can be a bit difficult as they say there is no right or wrong answer, but I am sure you look much better if you answer with the most correct response. Mine was of the typical Jahovah's Witness blood transufion variety. I researched what is actually done in that situation ahead of time and was able to respond with an educated anser that really pleased my interviewers." Report Response | I was asked this question too
"I interviewed at KU last year, so I had a good idea of what was coming. Its good to go over the hypothetical question, review the AMCAS/supplemental applications and keep telling yourself its all going to be ok. I made a personal list of questions I expected to encounter, but did NOT have someone interview me beforehand. I feel that they can tell if your answered have been rehearsed (insincere), but good to go over them in your head so that you don't stumble or go blank through a question." Report Response
"Everyone at KU is very supportive, from the students to the staff. They are competitive, but not at the expense of their fellow students. You feel free to ask questions and get a sincere answer. Having current students around to talk about their classes and life as a med-student gives you a better understanding of what you are getting into." Report Response
"Nothing negative. The ONLY thing that may stand out to some is the state of the fitness center. It is a bit old and outdated, but has all the necessary equipment. Besides, the intensity of your workout, not the equipment, is what produces results. Also, it is a gym, so how great can one be?" Report Response
"Again, since I was here last year, nothing came as a shock. If you interview with a PhD, they are very interested in GPA and MCAT whereas if you get an MD, they like to hear more about your experiences and character." Report Response
"I was a repeat interviewer from last year, so my interview day went by very well as I knew what to expect from KU. It definitely helps with the nerves. I knew coming in that the focus would be on what I have done to strengthen my candidacy, so I really focused on that. My GPA and MCAT are a little average, and last year the PhD I interviewed with was most interested in the academic side of it. This year, I was lucky to interview with an MD which wanted to talk most about my shadowing/volunteer experiences and my work as an EMT. I think PhD's care more about which candidate would make the better STUDENT whereas the MD's focus on who would make the better doctor. I can only hope that I am right. The first interview is one-on-one with the person who is presenting your file to the admissions committee, therefore it is open file. The second, is two-on-one and they have only seen your personal statement and secondary applications. Overall, my day went well and I went back to the hotel (Best Western is the best choice for anyone coming in) feeling like I may have got in this time. You have a 1 in 4 chance of acceptance, so why not me! " Report Response
Student
Enthusiastic
8 out of 10
In state
2-3 hours
Automobile
$201-$300
Hotel
10 out of 10
Best Western
yes
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