NSU-COM Interview Discussion thread

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[Tensyle]

ANyone else interviewing at this awesome school on the same day?

 

[GQMO16]

yea ill be there (assuming i ever get my packet of information)

 

[Tensyle]

haha thats cool...do you know Nova's interview---> acceptance statistics? I know theres a table floating around here, but i think thats kinda old...

i am yet to receive my packet as well

 

[Enginerds]

Hey guys, I will be there with you on Oct. 25th. Where are you guys coming from? I thought I saw the stats somewhere that like 85% of those interviewed are offered acceptance.

 

[jzeidenb]

i remember reading that 161 ish were interviewed in 2005 and 135 were accepted (those are OSS numbers)

 

[Tensyle]

Hey guys, I will be there with you on Oct. 25th. Where are you guys coming from? I thought I saw the stats somewhere that like 85% of those interviewed are offered acceptance.

85%...hmm i hope i can cut that...i get nervous easily and start stuttering!

how are you guys preparing>? oh, and are you all just gonna wear full suits? its gonna be like 80degrees and theres gonna be lots of walking rite?

EDIT: I'm coming from out of state...

 

[MikeyLu2010]

yes..wear full suits..there wont be much walking around outside..mainly inside..plus u can always take off ur blazer when u get hot...best of luck on the interview..be sure to check out the interview feedback section on SDN.

 

[Enginerds]

Yeah, I will be wearing a suit. I'm expecting to sweat a lot, but that shows I'm human right? Maybe get those botox injections in your armpit...

I'm coming from CA, so I'm getting there Wednesday morning and gonna spend the day looking/driving around town. Not sure where I'm staying yet. I am gonna wait to see if I get the information packet from them (though I've see na few posts where people said they never got it). If I don't get it in a few weeks I'll just do some priceline negotiating.

I've just looked over the interview reviews for NSU and will be prepared to answer the main questions like "what is DO?" "Why do you want to be a Dr.?" etc.

 

[Tensyle]

yes..wear full suits..there wont be much walking around outside..mainly inside..plus u can always take off ur blazer when u get hot...best of luck on the interview..be sure to check out the interview feedback section on SDN.

is it true that the hardest part of NSU admissions is getting the interview?...also, if you could please post in the thread labeled "Infamous 5 states"...I'd really appreciate it...there's some of us unsure about certification there.....

 

[Tensyle]

Yeah, I will be wearing a suit. I'm expecting to sweat a lot, but that shows I'm human right? Maybe get those botox injections in your armpit...

I'm coming from CA, so I'm getting there Wednesday morning and gonna spend the day looking/driving around town. Not sure where I'm staying yet. I am gonna wait to see if I get the information packet from them (though I've see na few posts where people said they never got it). If I don't get it in a few weeks I'll just do some priceline negotiating.

I've just looked over the interview reviews for NSU and will be prepared to answer the main questions like "what is DO?" "Why do you want to be a Dr.?" etc.

lol botox ..getting there the morning before is a good idea..ill be getting there the night before, so im not sure how im gonna find my way around. i heard the holiday iinn (and maybe bestwestern) have cheap interview rates for students....check it out.

if you get that packet before us, could you post info like the building, room, etc where we have to meet?

 

[HrvatskiDoktor]

I'm interviewing on 10/25 too!!! I just got invited today--which is amazing because I only submitted my secondary on Sunday!!!

I am also OOS and I just heard a rumor today that it is hard to get an OOS interview there!

Good luck preparing guys!

 

[HemaOncoDoc]

lol botox ..getting there the morning before is a good idea..ill be getting there the night before, so im not sure how im gonna find my way around. i heard the holiday iinn (and maybe bestwestern) have cheap interview rates for students....check it out.

if you get that packet before us, could you post info like the building, room, etc where we have to meet?

Terry Building of the Health Professions Division. You will enter the main entrace which has motion sensor doors. Go into the admissions office on the right. If you pass elevators, you've gone too far.

The NSU interview questions are "money." During my interview, I was asked many of the same questions found on that site. If anyone has Dr. Tu as an interviewer, he will most likely ask who is the founder of Osteopathic Medicine. I didn't have him as an interviewer, but we did meet him during our tour, and he asked our group that question.

On that note, best of luck everyone.

 

[Tensyle]

Terry Building of the Health Professions Division. You will enter the main entrace which has motion sensor doors. Go into the admissions office on the right. If you pass elevators, you've gone too far.

The NSU interview questions are "money." During my interview, I was asked many of the same questions found on that site. If anyone has Dr. Tu as an interviewer, he will most likely ask who is the founder of Osteopathic Medicine. I didn't have him as an interviewer, but we did meet him during our tour, and he asked our group that question.

On that note, best of luck everyone.

thank you so much do you have any other advice about the other interviewers? are there med-students who interview us?....when you say "money" you mean the interview feedback from SDN rite? lol sorry for the random questions

 

[HemaOncoDoc]

thank you so much do you have any other advice about the other interviewers? are there med-students who interview us?....when you say "money" you mean the interview feedback from SDN rite? lol sorry for the random questions

Never a problem. Medical students do not interview candidates, but feel free to ask your tour guide questions. They are usually an M1 or an M2. Sorry for being vague, and yes, the SDN interview feedback is an invaluable resource for interview questions. Your questions aren't random.

Advice:
1) Have a list of questions to ask your interviewers. Many of your questions are bound to be answered during the interview itself. Asking thoughtful questions at the end of the interview shows your continued interest in the school.

2) Be sincere and honest. They know when you're not. They've been doing it for many years.

3) Be sure to have an answer to the weaknesses in your application. Be sure to be honest and try to turn any weakness into a strength or rather provide how you are actively working to improve yourself.

4) Have fun! You're in Ft. Lauderdale...well technically Davie, but it's close enough.

 

[Tensyle]

Never a problem. Medical students do not interview candidates, but feel free to ask your tour guide questions. They are usually an M1 or an M2. Sorry for being vague, and yes, the SDN interview feedback is an invaluable resource for interview questions. Your questions aren't random.

Advice:
1) Have a list of questions to ask your interviewers. Many of your questions are bound to be answered during the interview itself. Asking thoughtful questions at the end of the interview shows your continued interest in the school.

2) Be sincere and honest. They know when you're not. They've been doing it for many years.

3) Be sure to have an answer to the weaknesses in your application. Be sure to be honest and try to turn any weakness into a strength or rather provide how you are actively working to improve yourself.

4) Have fun! You're in Ft. Lauderdale...well technically Davie, but it's close enough.

thanks for the advice. are all the interviews open-file? and do interviewed ppl usually get accepted? Also, i've researched the school as much as i can, and if i take the tour before interviews, im afraid i'll have no other thoughtful questions to ask...i mean, i cant ask them about how they manage their life outside being a doctor...even though it would be cool to know...

 

[HemaOncoDoc]

thanks for the advice. are all the interviews open-file? and do interviewed ppl usually get accepted? Also, i've researched the school as much as i can, and if i take the tour before interviews, im afraid i'll have no other thoughtful questions to ask...i mean, i cant ask them about how they manage their life outside being a doctor...even though it would be cool to know...

The interviews were open-file. It up to interviewer(s) whether they read it in advance or not. Answer your questions as if they didn't read anything about your application. You will usually have two to three interviewers. I was asked rather vague questions along with poignant questions about my application.

The word "usually" is vague. I do not have my US News book with me, but I know that if you're out of state, you have a good (>70%) of getting in. However, that statistic factors in individuals who get in during any process; whether it be early decision, regular decision, or from the waitlist. You can ask them about the curriculum...about the match process. You could also ask what type of medicine they practice.

 

[Jpc984]

Anybody interviewing at Nova tomorrow?

 

[TexasTriathlete]

I think you need a drink

 

[Jpc984]

Haha. I probably do! Its my first interview so I am nervous!

 

[TexasTriathlete]

My advice: don't bend over backwards to try and tell them what they want to hear. The truth is, there may not be any one thing they want to hear, rather, they want to see how you respond to their questions (as opposed to what you respond with). Try to relax and be 100% honest with everything they ask you. If you've got some things that they might want you to explain as a result of your honesty, be ready for that too. It can be an intimidating experience, but don't let it get to you. Pretend you're at the free throw line, down 1, and no time left on the clock. You've waited your whole life for this moment. Own it. Don't let it own you. It's fun!

 

[Kuba]

Nova's interviews are C.H.I.L.L. Just relax. A little late to go to the beach now, I guess. Anyway, tomorrow most of us are going to be dressed up. Don't be alarmed. That never happens unless we have to for some reason, and tomorrow's reason is because we have to go to our respective doctor's offices that afternoon(we go once every two weeks to practice history taking, physical exams, etc..) Good Luck.

 

[jp104]

Make sure you head to the beach at least once! It'll help you relax.

The reviewers there are all really cool, but if you have any black marks on your application make sure you address them intelligently and honestly if they bring it up. Good luck!

 

[madscientist50]

Kuba is right, its a pretty relaxed process here, and you just kinda have to take a deep breath and let it happen. As was also said, the beach is nice, especially after the interview. And don't be afriad to ask questions. Have a good time, and Good Luck

 

[pakbabydoll]

Good Luck..... Relax!!!!!!!

 

[GaryPham]

I have an interview at Nova on the 25th, but have not received their interview information packet through the mail yet. Can someone please tell me if there's any important information in that packet that I should know? I know that the interview is suppose to last from 9AM to 3PM, but have no idea where to park, or what building/room to go to for the interview. Also if anyone can link me to a campus map of NSU, I would really appreciate it. Also, do we need to bring anything to the interview?

Thanks guys

 

[Tensyle]

I have an interview at Nova on the 25th, but have not received their interview information packet through the mail yet. Can someone please tell me if there's any important information in that packet that I should know? I know that the interview is suppose to last from 9AM to 3PM, but have no idea where to park, or what building/room to go to for the interview. Also if anyone can link me to a campus map of NSU, I would really appreciate it. Also, do we need to bring anything to the interview?

Thanks guys

look on the thread called "October 25th Nova Interview" or something like that....its pretty recent...some ppl have posted some information regarding this on there.

I'll be there on the 25th too where u coming from?

 

[GaryPham]

I'll be coming out from California, how about you?

 

[Tensyle]

from the midwest. I'm nervous about this interview...

 

[GaryPham]

I'm really nervous too. This will be my first interview, and knowing that NSU has an 80 percent acceptance for OOS and is one of the top DO schools, I really don't want to blow it.

I'll see ya there though, I'll be the short asian guy in the suit

 

[jzeidenb]

I'm really nervous too. This will be my first interview, and knowing that NSU has an 80 percent acceptance for OOS and is one of the top DO schools, I really don't want to blow it.

I'll see ya there though, I'll be the short asian guy in the suit

top based on what? arent DO rankings pretty subjective?

 

[GaryPham]

yea, I know DO rankings are subjective since there is no official criteria to rank them by. However, reading the opinions of many others on SDN, NSU seems to be one that tends to be on a lot of people's top 5 list due to it having great facilities, location, and high matching into specialist residencies.

 

[jzeidenb]

yea, I know DO rankings are subjective since there is no official criteria to rank them by. However, reading the opinions of many others on SDN, NSU seems to be one that tends to be on a lot of people's top 5 list due to it having great facilities, location, and high matching into specialist residencies.

ive still yet to see their rate of matching into specialities as high.. the us news poll has them as one of the highest %s entering into primary care. not that this is a bad thing, but i dont know where everyones getting this from.

mind you im just trying to play devil's advocate, nova is one of my top choices

 

[jp104]

ive still yet to see their rate of matching into specialities as high.. the us news poll has them as one of the highest %s entering into primary care. not that this is a bad thing, but i dont know where everyones getting this from.

mind you im just trying to play devil's advocate, nova is one of my top choices

Don't get too hung up on matchlists, especially at osteopathic schools. 1) IM is considered primary care but alot of people go into fellowships (cardiology, endocrinology, etc) and, 2) DO schools list down only the PGY1 which for many people who want to stay in Fl (one of the 5 states) is the traditional rotating internship. They don't list where they are going PGY2.

At any rate, Nova is an excellent school and there are alot of fantastic reasons to want to go there, not the least of which is the gorgeous beach nearby

 

[Kuba]

Don't get too hung up on matchlists, especially at osteopathic schools. 1) IM is considered primary care but alot of people go into fellowships (cardiology, endocrinology, etc) and, 2) DO schools list down only the PGY1 which for many people who want to stay in Fl (one of the 5 states) is the traditional rotating internship. They don't list where they are going PGY2.

At any rate, Nova is an excellent school and there are alot of fantastic reasons to want to go there, not the least of which is the gorgeous beach nearby

And for a school IN Florida, a lot of people will want to stay in Florida.

To everyone wondering about NSU:
Come check it out. Of course I'm going to say it's awesome...I go here, lol. But I truly believe this is the best school for me. Mind you, that If you would prefer block scheduling for exams instead of an exam almost every week, this is not the school for you. By the way, things like that matter >>>>>>> than match lists.

 

[Kuba]

By the way, all you interviewees looked sharp today. I was the loser poking my head in with the lime green shirt under my blue scrubs.

 

[jzeidenb]

kuba can u elaborate on the exam every week thing?

 

[MikeyLu2010]

thats exactly what its like here..pretty much one test a week..where as other schools may have a Test week..where every day is a test..but those occur maybe every 1.5 months..

 

[EEL08]

thats exactly what its like here..pretty much one test a week..where as other schools may have a Test week..where every day is a test..but those occur maybe every 1.5 months..

But having one test a week means there is less material right? I mean for that one test. Whereas if you have a test week it would be over everything you've learned for the past 1.5 months. Please correct me if I'm wrong. What do you think are some of the advantages of weekly testing?

 

[Kuba]

But having one test a week means there is less material right? I mean for that one test. Whereas if you have a test week it would be over everything you've learned for the past 1.5 months. Please correct me if I'm wrong. What do you think are some of the advantages of weekly testing?

It's not a test a week in every subject. For example, this Monday I have a physiology exam, next week its anatomy, the week after OPP, then Histo, then biochem, then phys, then anatomy. Then we get a little breather, lol. They call this stretch black october.

 

[EEL08]

It's not a test a week in every subject. For example, this Monday I have a physiology exam, next week its anatomy, the week after OPP, then Histo, then biochem, then phys, then anatomy. Then we get a little breather, lol. They call this stretch black october.

Ahhh, okay. I think I understand it better now. That doesn't sound too bad.

 

[Jpc984]

I survived the interview but really don't know how to guage it. Everything was relaxed!

 

[jzeidenb]

It's not a test a week in every subject. For example, this Monday I have a physiology exam, next week its anatomy, the week after OPP, then Histo, then biochem, then phys, then anatomy. Then we get a little breather, lol. They call this stretch black october.

grats jpc



kuba, so this every week thing is just in oct or is the entire year?

 

[MikeyLu2010]

pretty much for the 1st years..its really easy in the beginning..then after black october..its pretty much a test a week...2nd year is pretty much 1 test/ week

 

[jzeidenb]

i guess thats not really a bad thing.. it keeps you studying, and not getting slacker like after a big exam (which i see will happen to my friend at OU). How long are the tests usually?

 

[pakbabydoll]

HOW DID IT GO GUYS? Did you knock their socks off or what?

 

[natureboy]

Nova's interviews are C.H.I.L.L. Just relax. A little late to go to the beach now, I guess. Anyway, tomorrow most of us are going to be dressed up. Don't be alarmed. That never happens unless we have to for some reason, and tomorrow's reason is because we have to go to our respective doctor's offices that afternoon(we go once every two weeks to practice history taking, physical exams, etc..) Good Luck.

Dressed up every two weeks? I was surprised when I received my interview packet...apparently the dress code there is slacks, dress shirt and a tie even in the library!? Maybe it's just me, but I've never taken classes or attended any school with a dress code before. Is this the norm for other med schools?

 

[DrMattOglesby]

Dressed up every two weeks? I was surprised when I received my interview packet...apparently the dress code there is slacks, dress shirt and a tie even in the library!? Maybe it's just me, but I've never taken classes or attended any school with a dress code before. Is this the norm for other med schools?

NOVA WAS my top choice...but with a dress code like that...i might go for arizona instead =/

 

[EEL08]

Dressed up every two weeks? I was surprised when I received my interview packet...apparently the dress code there is slacks, dress shirt and a tie even in the library!? Maybe it's just me, but I've never taken classes or attended any school with a dress code before. Is this the norm for other med schools?

I thought it was either that or scrubs. LECOM-E and B both have a similar dress code.

 

[DrMattOglesby]

i dont have enough "nice clothes" to attend school everyday then!
so depressing...id have to invest in a whole new wardrobe!
i guess its beneficial in getting their students to be better prepared to enter the professional field though.