Re: Interview Qs
I've been getting numerous PMs about what the interview questions are so I'll be pasting this to those PMs in addition to posting it for everyone else.
DUCOM doesn't have a list of standard questions they ask. It's up to the interviewers to ask whatever they deem fit. What's assessed is ability to communicate, professionalism, ability to get along w/ others, commitment and knowledge of the field of medicine, mentality, maturity, potential for success, and an understanding of what you'll be getting into as a physician.
A common question that is asked in one form or another (ie this is NOT verbatim) is 'tell me about yourself', 'what brought you here,' 'why are you here,' 'what do you hope to get out of this experience,' 'why do you think this program would benefit you,' 'why did you have trouble or difficulty applying the typical route,' etc. Expect questions regarding your academics, your mcat scores or breakdown, any fails or retakes, and questions to get to know you as an individual or your character/personality. Most interviewers try to make you comfortable. Some are not as personable as others but don't let that get to you. Shine as much as you can. Again, I strongly suggest you start getting to know yourself by going through common interview questions- be it one's you find or the long one I posted. If some of the questions seem redundant- good, and be able to recognize that on your interview day and guide your responses to highlight your qualities.
If you ever had previous interviews w/ medical schools in previous cycles then go back and revisit your responses and why you think it didn't go your way for an acceptance offer. Those experiences are just as important and if you can recall anything that will help you improve or fair better for your med school interview at ducom then you will be better off. Recall, these interview invites are you med school interview. The faculty is well versed in assessing an applicant almost immediately, and this holds more true for the faculty that are practicing physicians for better or worse.
Good luck ladies & gents!
I've been getting numerous PMs about what the interview questions are so I'll be pasting this to those PMs in addition to posting it for everyone else.
DUCOM doesn't have a list of standard questions they ask. It's up to the interviewers to ask whatever they deem fit. What's assessed is ability to communicate, professionalism, ability to get along w/ others, commitment and knowledge of the field of medicine, mentality, maturity, potential for success, and an understanding of what you'll be getting into as a physician.
A common question that is asked in one form or another (ie this is NOT verbatim) is 'tell me about yourself', 'what brought you here,' 'why are you here,' 'what do you hope to get out of this experience,' 'why do you think this program would benefit you,' 'why did you have trouble or difficulty applying the typical route,' etc. Expect questions regarding your academics, your mcat scores or breakdown, any fails or retakes, and questions to get to know you as an individual or your character/personality. Most interviewers try to make you comfortable. Some are not as personable as others but don't let that get to you. Shine as much as you can. Again, I strongly suggest you start getting to know yourself by going through common interview questions- be it one's you find or the long one I posted. If some of the questions seem redundant- good, and be able to recognize that on your interview day and guide your responses to highlight your qualities.
If you ever had previous interviews w/ medical schools in previous cycles then go back and revisit your responses and why you think it didn't go your way for an acceptance offer. Those experiences are just as important and if you can recall anything that will help you improve or fair better for your med school interview at ducom then you will be better off. Recall, these interview invites are you med school interview. The faculty is well versed in assessing an applicant almost immediately, and this holds more true for the faculty that are practicing physicians for better or worse.
Good luck ladies & gents!
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