**Official Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Class of 2022 Interview/Acceptance Thread**

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Jhornet said:
Does anyone know the format for the interview for this year? I've heard in the past that they had a writing section. but I'm not sure what the format is now and what to expect.
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2 on 1 faculty interview, no writing sample required
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2 on 1 faculty interview, no writing sample required
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How long is the interview? I know the day before the interview is almost a full day but the day of the actual interview is how long?
 
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Also interviewing 14th & 15th! :)
 
For those of you that interviewed on the 14th and 15th, could you please provide us some insight on how the interview went please? I'm interviewing the 28-29. Any advice/tips/suggestions would be appreciated! Thank you so much! And hope all your interviews went well :)
 
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red_lightning22 said:
For those of you that interviewed on the 14th and 15th, could you please provide us some insight on how the interview went please? I'm interviewing the 28-29. Any advice/tips/suggestions would be appreciated! Thank you so much! And hope all your interviews went well :)
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I'm interviewing then too, guess we'll be running into each other!
 
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any chance of acceptance with a 3.50 and 19 DAT. Have shadowing hours, work hours, volunteer hours. Reside in PA
 
Lacko2411 said:
any chance of acceptance with a 3.50 and 19 DAT. Have shadowing hours, work hours, volunteer hours. Reside in PA
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Yeah, you've got a chance. Have you had an interview?
 
ncide said:
Yeah, you've got a chance. Have you had an interview?
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Not yet. Have been patiently waiting. I submitted my app 7-28 and my supp 8-2. Haven't heard anything back though. Not sure how long it takes schools to get back to the applicant.
 
Lacko2411 said:
any chance of acceptance with a 3.50 and 19 DAT. Have shadowing hours, work hours, volunteer hours. Reside in PA
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DAT and GPA are below average, but not too far out. You definitely have a chance, especially if you have experience in the workforce. Be a little patient, you should probably hear back from schools soon
 
Got my invite! Does anyone know how long the first day is? It says to be there at 3 and I think it mentioned we would be eating with them? What is the first day about?
 
Zippojake said:
Got my invite! Does anyone know how long the first day is? It says to be there at 3 and I think it mentioned we would be eating with them? What is the first day about?
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The first day consists of the tour/dentsim activity and concludes with dinner. Your day ends around 7-7:30pm. The next day is just your interview.
 
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Lalibila said:
The first day consists of the tour/dentsim activity and concludes with dinner. Your day ends around 7-7:30pm. The next day is just your interview.
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IS the attire still business , coat and tie for Thursday? I know I will wear a suit for the Interview Friday but was wondering exactly what they want us to wear Thursday.
 
Zippojake said:
IS the attire still business , coat and tie for Thursday? I know I will wear a suit for the Interview Friday but was wondering exactly what they want us to wear Thursday.
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Everyone wore business formal attire during the first day at mine
 
So I JUST got an email from VCU (8:30am on September 25th) to come in THIS Friday, Sept 29 at 9:30am, for an interview!! I am SOOOO incredibly happy, however I have an interview at another school in Florida the day before, and have already booked roundtrip flights from Alabama (where I live) to come back Friday morning!! The fact that they've invited me on such short notice, I know they're just trying to squeeze me in. Should I just email them saying I'm committed elsewhere out of state on Friday and is it possible to reschedule? Logistically I just cannot make it, as much as I would like to...advice please?!
 
kmillz said:
So I JUST got an email from VCU (8:30am on September 25th) to come in THIS Friday, Sept 29 at 9:30am, for an interview!! I am SOOOO incredibly happy, however I have an interview at another school in Florida the day before, and have already booked roundtrip flights from Alabama (where I live) to come back Friday morning!! The fact that they've invited me on such short notice, I know they're just trying to squeeze me in. Should I just email them saying I'm committed elsewhere out of state on Friday and is it possible to reschedule? Logistically I just cannot make it, as much as I would like to...advice please?!
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You can but since they’re just trying to fill you in, the next interview you have could be much later, possibly even post-December
 
Its_Me_G said:
You can but since they’re just trying to fill you in, the next interview you have could be much later, possibly even post-December
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That's what I'm thinking. I'm just gonna have to re-route my flights, I definitely don't want to pass this up!
 
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kmillz said:
That's what I'm thinking. I'm just gonna have to re-route my flights, I definitely don't want to pass this up!
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VCU is 2 days, Thursday you meet for several hours then Friday is the interview. I’m heading up there for my interview. But have to be there Thursday at 3 to about 7-730, then back Friday for interview at 1130
 
Zippojake said:
VCU is 2 days, Thursday you meet for several hours then Friday is the interview. I’m heading up there for my interview. But have to be there Thursday at 3 to about 7-730, then back Friday for interview at 1130
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Yeah, I got so excited about the email I missed that part lol. But I called them and they said they can reschedule me for October. I am SO glad it's still a pre-December date though. Good luck everyone!
 
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kmillz said:
Yeah, I got so excited about the email I missed that part lol. But I called them and they said they can reschedule me for October. I am SO glad it's still a pre-December date though. Good luck everyone!
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Glad it worked out for you. I have my interview with Nova the end of Nov. I pushed it late to get these others in. Will see how this all works out. Off to VCU Wednesday. Good Luck.
 
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Enjoyed my time at VCU, was really impressed with everyone . The 2 days are pretty relaxed , talked about the school and us. The next day was the interview and it ran around 35-40 minutes. No hard questions, we Just talked. It was more like a causal conversation. Asked me where else I’ve applied.
 
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I have my interview October 14th, anybody else interviewing on this day?
 
Hello, I have applied for the School of Pharmacy of VCU, and just had my interview on Saturday.
How long does it take to hear back from them? and what email should I be expecting?
 
hazalkayya said:
Hello, I have applied for the School of Pharmacy of VCU, and just had my interview on Saturday.
How long does it take to hear back from them? and what email should I be expecting?
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This is a pre dental forum
 
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got my invite for 11/3. Any advices for interview or what to expect? its my first interview so i'm REALLY nervous already...
 
KeepThankingHim said:
got my invite for 11/3. Any advices for interview or what to expect? its my first interview so i'm REALLY nervous already...
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Be yourself, stay relaxed, be honest, and show off why you’re a unique individual.

It’s a 2 on 1 open file interview.
 
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KeepThankingHim said:
got my invite for 11/3. Any advices for interview or what to expect? its my first interview so i'm REALLY nervous already...
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I interviewed there a couple weeks ago. My advice is to go and enjoy yourself. There's nothing at all to be nervous about. You'll be divided into groups of a few other invterviewies, and everybody in my group really enjoyed each other. The staff is really nice too, they won't give you any threatening looks at all.
 
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KeepThankingHim said:
got my invite for 11/3. Any advices for interview or what to expect? its my first interview so i'm REALLY nervous already...
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It was a great interview. Everyone very nice and a relax interview, perfect for your first one. No one grills you , no hard crazy questions, just a conversation. I liked this a lot .
 
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Zippojake said:
It was a great interview. Everyone very nice and a relax interview, perfect for your first one. No one grills you , no hard crazy questions, just a conversation. I liked this a lot .
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Other than "why dentistry or why vcu?" what other questions did they ask you if you don't mind me asking? Thanks in advance!
 
rushpike19 said:
Sooo suit and tie both days? I only have one suit, do I have to buy another?
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Wear one suit and change the collared shirt and tie. Wear a suit for both days.
 
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rushpike19 said:
Have an interview coming up here, anyone recommend any nice hotels that are close to the school? I heard the schools not exactly in the best area, anyone know somewhere safe?
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The school is in a fine area. I liked staying at the Quirk hotel when I interviewed, but the Marriot and the Hilton are closer to school. These hotels are right next to where I live and an easy 10-15 minute walk to the school.
 
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Have an interview coming up here, anyone recommend any nice hotels that are close to the school? I heard the schools not exactly in the best area, anyone know somewhere safe?
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The school gave me a list of hotels, then ask for the VCU discount. I googled hotels near the school. The area is fine. Glad i asked for the discount , made a big difference, LOL.
 
For Thursday schedule, do we get to interact with faculties who might interview us the following day? Should I come up with questions to ask them during Thursday dinner?
 
KeepThankingHim said:
For Thursday schedule, do we get to interact with faculties who might interview us the following day? Should I come up with questions to ask them during Thursday dinner?
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You might see them on Thursday but you spend a majority of Thursday with a d3/d4. The dinner is an “interview” with 5 other interviewees and 2 d4s.
 
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