How did the interview impress you?

Positively

What was the stress level of the interview?

1 out of 10

How you think you did?

10 out of 10

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

8 out of 10

How long was the interview?

60+ minutes

Where did the interview take place?

At the school

How many people interviewed you?

2

What was the style of the interview?

One-on-one

What type of interview was it?

Open file

What was the most interesting question?

"Questions about cultural competence in medicine-proof that this school really "gets it" about the importance of this especially in primary care." Report Response | I was asked this question too

What was the most difficult question?

"Some ethical questions, but none too difficult. No right or wrong answers really." Report Response | I was asked this question too

How did you prepare for the interview?

"Read my application, researched the school and its mission statements." Report Response

What impressed you positively?

"This school is amazing. I had somewhat low expectations driving up for my interview, but I was blown away when I got there. Big emphasis on supporting med students, great opportunities for early clinical experience. A lot of faculty interaction. Everyone is really happy to be there (even people from big cities like NY whom you would expect to be bored in a smaller city). There is a great sense of cohesion and support btw med students. The facilities are very new." Report Response

What impressed you negatively?

"The tour guide didn't show us very much, he seemed rushed." Report Response

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

"Nothing." Report Response

What are your general comments?

"Both of my interviewers were very familiar with my application. They asked me questions about my experiences and my family. I was pleasantly surprised that they were so interested in me as a person, not just a faceless applicant. This was by far the most informative and well-run interview day I've attended so far. I am very impressed with UC Davis. " Report Response

Who was the tour given by?

Student

How did the tourguide seem?

Neutral

How do you rank the facilities?

9 out of 10

What is your in-state status?

In state

What was your total time spent traveling?

7+ hours

What was your primary mode of travel?

Automobile

About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?

$101-$200

Where did you stay?

Hotel

How would you rate the hotel?

4 out of 10

Would you recommend the hotel?

no

On what date did the interview take place?

11/18/2005

How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?

9 out of 10

What is your ranking of this school's location?

7 out of 10

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

8 out of 10