Chapel Hill, NC
Dental Schools | Public Non-Profit
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Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 8% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a moderate stress level and felt they did well.
⭐ Overall Impressions ▼
SDN Interview Experience Score
8.9
Above Average
Higher scores indicate a smoother, more positive interview experience with professional staff, organized logistics, and a supportive environment.
Based on 338 responses
Score Reference:
9–10 Exceptional
8–8.9 Very Good
7–7.9 Good
6–6.9 Mixed
< 6 Needs Improvement
The SDN Interview Experience Score (SIES) is a composite metric that represents applicants overall impressions of their interview experience, based on multiple factors such as professionalism, facilities, responsiveness, and stress levels.
What was the stress level of the interview?
Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.
How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?
Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.
How did the interview impress you?
Most respondents felt positively about their interview.
Positively (90%)
Negatively (7%)
No change (3%)
How you think you did?
Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.
Great (61%)
Good (37%)
Average (2%)
What are your general comments?
Applicants generally found the interview experience at the school to be welcoming, low-stress, and conversational, with a focus on personal fit. Many appreciated the organization of the day, the quality of the facilities, and the interactions with faculty and students. Suggestions included being sincere, preparing adequately, and having answers for common questions while staying true to oneself.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Really hope I get in!
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While the overall interview day felt very carefree and not stressful it is still important to prepare mentally and physically for any weird or odd curveballs that may be thrown at you. Another thing to note is for the three interviews they are done by 2 faculty and one current dental student. The faculty interviews are open-file while the student interview is closed file. It can be easy to be and act informal in the student interview but it is important to always maintain professionalism. Remember the names of all the students and faculty you have interacted with throughout the day to the best of your ability and try to be on your toes throughout the whole day. I would not be surprised if your behavior/actions in any and all parts of the day, not just the interview, are noted on your application. But overall it truly was a very enjoyable experience and I think it was a big factor in making me feel very good about my interviews.
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Don't overthink your answers, just say what's in your heart
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This school and the interviews were top notch!
💬 Interview Process ▼
Length, number, and type of interviews
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Length:
34 Minutes Average
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Number:
3 Interviews Average
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Interview Type (Interaction):
100% One-on-One
0% Group Interview
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File Type:
98% Open-File
2% Closed-File
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Interview Modality:
0% Virtual
100% In-Person
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Interview Location (for In-Person):
100% At the School
0% Other Location
UNC-COMP interviews are an average of 34 minutes, with an average of 3 interviews. 100% of interviews are one-on-one, 100% are in-person, and 2% are closed-file. Of the in-person interviews, 100% are held at the school.
What is one of the specific questions they asked you?
The most commonly asked interview questions at medical schools include inquiries about research experiences, values, involvement in organizations, ethical dilemmas, reasons for choosing a specific program, and qualities of a healthcare professional. Some respondents mentioned being asked a series of questions related to their application, personal statements, academic achievements, and career motivations, indicating a structured interview format. Additionally, references to 'MMI' or 'Multiple Mini Interview' were not prevalent in the responses, suggesting a mix of traditional and scenario-based questions during the interviews.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Why are you sitting here in this chair today instead of other applicants?
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Tell me more in-depth about your research.
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Which of your experiences do you think are the most valuable?
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Which organizations would you like to be involved in at UNC?
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Who is your best friend and what do you love about him/her and what do you hate about him/her?
What was the most interesting question?
Students said the most interesting question asked at University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry discussed various topics including life purpose, favorite movie character, spending scenarios, ethical dilemmas, manual dexterity, and personal attributes compared to other applicants. The interview format may have been an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) based on the diverse range of questions, and respondents may have been under a nondisclosure agreement due to the nature of the questions asked.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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If you could go back and give advice to your younger self, what would the advice be and do you think your younger self would listen to it?
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If you had a walk in song into every room you entered, what would it be?
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What is you life’s purpose?
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Which movie character would you be?
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Where is your favorite place to eat?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by utilizing resources like SDN, conducting mock interviews, reviewing their applications, and talking to current students or dentists for advice and insights. They focused on practicing common interview questions, researching the school, and ensuring they were well-prepared to discuss their motivations and experiences.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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SDN, Denterview, Mock-interviews
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Practice why dentistry and tell me about yourself, talked to current students
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Sdn.
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Reviewed questions asked here on SDN, watched a lot of interview prep videos (particularly ones where a UNC Dental School Admissions faculty was guest featured or something like that), and did mock interviews.
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Mock interview, SDN
What was the most difficult question?
Students said most difficult question asked at University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry discussed a wide range of topics, from personal experiences to ethical dilemmas and future goals. The interview format appeared to include MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) scenarios, as some responses indicated nondisclosure agreements regarding specific questions asked, while others highlighted inquiries about LGBTQia+ influences on career choices and compassion-based scenarios.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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N/a
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Tell me how coming out as LGBTQia+ has influenced your professional goals.
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Tell me about one time you felt different from everyone else and what did you learn?
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None. Everyone was super conversational.
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No question comes to mind when thinking about the most difficult to answer but one thing to note is that a lot of times my interviewers would ask me the name of the faculty whom I have interacted with before meeting them. On the interview day my first scheduled event was the Financial Introduction seminar and in my interview right after my interviewee asked the name of the faculty that hosted that seminar. Same for my later interviews they asked me who interviewed me. While I don't know the ins and outs of the interview process I am sure that not being able to know the name of the faculty who you have interacted with would not be a good impression for your application.
What impressed you positively?
Applicants were consistently impressed by the welcoming and friendly atmosphere created by faculty, staff, and students at UNC, along with the high-quality facilities and strong clinical education program. The sense of community, collaborative nature, and opportunities for professional success were also highlighted as positive aspects of the school. Suggestions were made to continue fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, and to maintain the high standards of facilities and clinical education.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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The student culture, friendliness of faculty, facilities, opportunities for community service and research, strength of clinical education, resources for professional success, and the city of Chapel Hill.
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The students and faculty were so nice!!! Loved the info sessions and curriculum
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The collaborative nature of the school. ACT curriculum. Wide range of clubs and outreach groups.
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How welcoming and friendly the faculty and students were on the day of. They truly tried to make students feel calm and not create a stressful environment and always gave positive words of encouragement. The school tour that was included on the interview day was also very appealing as they showed the ins and outs of the school along with many features and resources the school had to offer.
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Overall sense of community is amazing
What impressed you negatively?
Applicants commonly expressed concerns about large interview groups, feeling like just a number, lack of personalization in interviews, high out-of-state tuition, and faculty disinterest. Suggestions included improving interview personalization, reducing group size, and addressing faculty engagement to enhance the overall applicant experience.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Nothing at all!
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There were so many people there
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Nothing.
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Nothing really.
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NOTHING!
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
Applicants commonly wished they had known ahead of time that the interview process would be much less stressful and more relaxed than anticipated. They also highlighted the importance of being prepared for a conversational interview format and recommended asking questions to engage the interviewers.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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I did not need to be as nearly as stressed as I should have been.
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I wish I knew that there would be so many people at the same time.
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Don't stress so much.
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That I did not have to be nearly as stressed as I was.
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It's a lot less stressful than you think it'll be!
🤝 Campus and Facilities ▼
How do you rank the facilities?
Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.
How would you rate the Location and Cultural Life?
0 = Low, 10 = High
How is the friendliness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.
How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?
Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.
What are your suggestions for the admissions office?
Applicants generally appreciate the professionalism and welcoming environment created by the admissions office, with some suggesting improvements like offering more breakfast options, providing easier access to supplemental applications, and ensuring clear communication about document submission methods.
Top 5 Responses: (Click below to see additional responses)
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Keep doing what you are doing, you have created an amazing interview experience!
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Nothing. I believe they truly did the best job of upholding professionalism while also making the environment as comforting and welcoming to the applicants as possible.
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Nothing really.
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Have more selection for the breakfast
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None
📍 Travel and Logistics ▼
Airports Used
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RDU
59% interviewees used RDU (RDU), with 12% using rdu (rdu) and 6% using Durham (Durham) and 6% using Raleigh airport (Raleigh airport) and 6% using & RDU (DSM) and 6% using Raleigh-Durham (Raleigh-Durham) and 6% using N/A (N/A).
What was your primary mode of transportation?
Most interviewees traveled by automobile to the interview.
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31% Airplane
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67% Automobile
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0% Train or Subway
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2% Other
Hotels Recommended by Other Interviewees
Most interviewees stayed at the Hampton Inn (average ranking 10/10), with some staying at Tru (average rating 10/10). (Top 3 displayed)
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Hampton Inn
10/10
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Tru
10/10
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Days Inn
9/10
What was the cost and time spent traveling?
Cost: Low Cost to High Cost
What is your in-state status?
Most respondents are in state students.
Where did you stay?
Most respondents stayed either Hotel or at a hotel.
Who was the tour given by?
Tours were most commonly given by a Student
Faculty member (2%)
Student (98%)
How did the tour guide seem?
Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.
Enthusiastic (91%)
Neutral (9%)
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