INTERVIEW & VISITORS GUIDE
We would like share with you a few common questions and answers that we hope you will find helpful in
preparations for your Interview Day:
Q. What time does the Interview Day begin?
A. You should arrive in the Office of Admissions by 8:15am (EST).
Q. Where is the School of Medicine Office of Admissions located?
A. Our address is: Office of Admissions, Room T-308
2109 Adelbert Road
Cleveland, OH 44106
Q. Who should I call if I experience any unforeseen delays?
A. Please call 216-368-3450 as soon as possible. DO NOT SEND AN EMAIL!
Q. Where can I stay overnight?
A. With student hosts or a local hotel. While some medical students are willing to host our
applicants, there are times when students are unable to accommodate guests due to exams or
clinical responsibilities. This guide contains a list of hotels in the area.
Q. What is the most convenient and cheapest way to get to the School from the airport?
A. The Rapid Transit. Instructions are located on the following pages. If you arrive late at night we recommend that you travel by taxi.
Q. Is there a place I can store my luggage at the School on the Interview Day?
A. Yes, you can store your luggage in the Admissions Office.
Q. What other sites can I explore near campus?
A. The School of Medicine is located in University Circle which is the hub of Cleveland's cultural and healthcare district. There are a number of museums and parks in the area.
Q. What time will the Interview Day end?
A. The Interview Day will conclude by 4:00pm (EST). Please plan your travel arrangements to allow for sufficient travel time from the School to the airport (about 30-45 minutes).
Q. How many interviews will I have?
A. You will have one interview with a faculty member and one interview with a current medical
student.
Q. How should I prepare for my interview?
A. In addition to being prepared to talk about yourself, we encourage you to thoroughly research our School, hospitals, programs, and curriculum prior to your Interview Day. You can begin your research by visiting the Admissions web site.
Q. Can I bring my own questions?
A. Absolutely! We strongly encourage that you do.
Our Address: 2109 Adelbert Rd., Room T-308
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-368-3450
Located next to Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
HOW TO REACH THE CAMPUS – Google Map Campus Map
By AIR: From Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), the easiest and least expensive way of getting to the campus is to take the RTA Rapid Transit Red Line train. A Rapid Transit one-way fare is $2.00 and takes about 30-45 minutes. Board the Rapid at the airport (heading East) and ride to the UNIVERSITY CIRCLE stop. After departing the train, turn right, follow the Case sign through the doors and down the steps, and go to the end of the tunnel. Proceed through turnstiles, turn left, go up the steps to the University Circle bus shelter. Free shuttle buses (marked UCI or CIRCLELINK) run every 15 minutes from 6:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to all areas of the campus. Ask the driver to let you off at the School of Medicine. Now follow the directions in the section on the following page titled: "HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BUILDING."
By TAXI: From the airport, a taxi will cost approximately $35.00 and the trip can take about 30-45 minutes. We recommend telling your driver to take you to Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital as it is a more familiar destination. The School of Medicine is located next to Rainbow Babies. Now follow the directions in the section on the following page titled, "HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BUILDING."
By BUS: The Greyhound Bus Depot is located downtown on Chester Avenue near E.14th Street. Megabus is another bussing option. Cabs may be available or you can walk one block south on E. 14th to Euclid Avenue. There you can catch an eastbound RTA bus (The Health Line or #9 Mayfield Line) to the campus. Get off at Adelbert Road and walk along Adelbert Road until you see a sign directing visitors to the School of Medicine along a walkway between Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital and the School of Medicine. Now follow the directions in the section on the following page titled: "HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOLOF MEDICINE BUILDING."
By TRAIN: Arrive Amtrak Station, take cab to Public Square. Take eastbound The Health Line or #9 Mayfield Line bus to the campus. Read directions in the paragraph below for directions to the School.
By CAR: The University is located about 4 miles directly east of downtown Cleveland on Euclid Avenue (U.S. routes 6 and 20). Most road maps of Ohio have the University clearly marked. IF
YOU ARE ARRIVING FROM THE EAST OR WEST VIA I-90:Exit at Martin Luther King Boulevard and follow M.L.K. Boulevard as it winds its way through a park, turn right onto E. 105th Street. Turn left at Euclid Avenue and proceed five traffic lights to Adelbert Road (across from Severance Hall). Turn right, follow Adelbert Road to the end of the block where you will see the parking garage (Lot 53) on your right. Note: Follow the directions on the next page in the section titled: "HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BUILDING."
IF YOU ARE ARRIVING FROM THE EAST VIA PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE: Follow the Turnpike on to the Ohio Turnpike. Continue on the Ohio Turnpike which becomes I-80.Then follow instructions in the paragraph below. IF YOU ARE ARRIVING FROM THE EAST VIA I-80: Exit at Exit 13 and follow I-480 to I-271 to Cedar Road exit (Beachwood/Pepper Pike). Take Cedar Road west for 7 miles. At the light at Euclid Heights Boulevard, stay on Cedar as it bears left and goes downhill. Continue down the hill to the first stoplight which is Murray Hill Road. Turn right on to Murray Hill. Bear left at the first light and you will be on Adelbert Road. At the 3-way stop after the bridge turn left and enter the next drive on your left which is entrance to parking garage (Lot 53). Note: Follow the directions in section titled: "HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BUILDING."
IF YOU ARE ARRIVING FROM THE WEST VIA I-80: Follow I-90 east to Downtown Cleveland exits. Exit at Chester Avenue and follow Chester Avenue east approximately 3 miles to Euclid Avenue. Turn left at Euclid and proceed one block to Adelbert Road. Turn right, and follow Adelbert Road to the end of the block where you will see the garage (Lot 53) on your right. Note: Follow the directions in the section titled: "HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BUILDING."
IF YOU ARE ARRIVING FROM THE WEST ON I-480: Exit at I-71 and go north to the Downtown Cleveland exits. Exit at Chester Avenue and follow the instructions in the preceding paragraph ("...from the west via I-80").
IF YOU ARE ARRIVING FROM THE SOUTH VIA I-71 OR I-77: Stay on either of these roads (which connect to I-90 East) until you reach the downtown Cleveland exits. Exit at Chester Avenue and follow instructions on this page paragraph ("...from the west via I-80").
HOW TO GET INTO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BUILDING: You will walk from the parking garage along Adelbert Road until you see a stone sign with a metal plaque that says "CWRU School of Medicine, Nursing and Dentistry." It is located in front of a brick-lined walkway between Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital and a parking garage. At the end of the bricklined walkway, and clearly visible from most of the campus, is the clock tower of the red-brick Biomedical Research building.
Enter the School of Medicine through this building and register at the security desk, which is staffed from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Visitor access to the School of Medicine is limited. The security guard will have your name on a list of expected visitors. If there is any problem, have the guard call the Admissions Office, ext. 3450. We are in room T308 and the security guard will direct you to us.
, even though the odds may be slim. So excited!
