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I have had 2 interviews and here is what I have learned so far. Prepare for them by making up answers to commonly asked questions. That way you won't feel so spontaneous in your answers. First of all, go to the AAPA website and print out the list of commonly asked questions in PA school interviews. It is a really good list. I also have a book called "Getting into the PA School of Your Choice" by Andrew J Rodican. He spells out some good answers to those same common questions. I guess he's been on interview boards for a while, so he's pretty credible. Also, I got another book called "101 Great Answers to the Toughest Interview Questions" by Ron Fry. Although this book is for job interviews, there are many questions that carry over to school interviews. For instance, the daunting questions of "Tell me about yourself," or "What are your strengths/weaknesses." Ok, here is my other advice...Get to the interview early. Half an hour if you can. That way you have time to use the restroom, fix makeup, and most importantly, relax! Take slow, deep breaths and focus. Also, sit still and keep your hands folded calmly in your lap, unless you have some well controlled hand gestures to add to your speech. Don't fidget. Have eye contact with all the interviewers, with well timed glances to the side so that you aren't drilling a hole in their head with your gaze. Smile a lot. Ok, Im done rambling. These are just some tips I have accummulated. I know its much easier said than done. Good luck!
