Interviews

If you are invited for a medical school interview, this is a very good indication that the school is seriously considering you as an applicant. Beyond academic excellence, medical schools are generally looking for maturity, passion about medicine, altruism, exposure to the medical field, and strong interpersonal skills.

Below are some resources to assist you with your interview preparation:

1. For information on medical school interviews, their structure and format, typical questions asked, etc., link to the handout Understanding the Medical School Interview.
2. Peruse resources to familiarize yourself with current issues in medical education and practice.
3. Look up the medical school interview feedback on the studentdoctor.net website, as a way to familiarize yourself with the type of questions and interview formats at various schools nationwide. As you peruse these reports, keep in mind that while helpful, these are still individual, somewhat anecdotal experiences and should be evaluated within the context of all the other information that you will gather about a given school.
4. Take advantage of OptimalInterview*, a handy online resource that allows you to practice questions on camera from the comfort and convenience of your home.
   
   *Once logged in, go to the Skills Center and click on New Interview. Name your new interview, then follow the on-screen instructions to begin your videotaped practice interview.
   
   
5. Arrange for a videotaped practice interview at The Career Center as the final dress rehearsal in your preparation process. Call 734/764-7460 to schedule your appointment.
6. Review relevant resources in The Career Center’s Library: our collection includes books on general interview preparation as well as specific medical school interviews.
7. Speak with a pre-medical counselor in The Career Center. Take advantage of drop-in advising or call the office at 734/764-7460 to schedule an appointment.