soaringup14 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 aj13, from the interviews I have attended so far this cycle the schools don't disclose that information. Most schools interview around 145 people for about 30-40 spots. I am going to assume MBKU is interviewing more because of the people skeptical about them being a new program and if they will be accredited (that is just my guess.) Also, because the interview time is around 6 hours, I am going to guess the interview will be around 30-45 mins, since the introductions in the beginning take about a while, the tour, the essay, financial aid seminar and lunch. Anyways, I'll be there Sunday in the morning! Hope to meet some of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aj13 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Thank you soaringup14. Have you written essays in your other interviews? If so what types of things are are they asking to write about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soaringup14 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 You're welcome! Yes I have. They were related to the health care field, like "hot topics" and also, research methods such as are you able to research a topic that interests you and write about it and answer general questions about your research topic. Also, I've had a generic question like "what obstacles have you overcome". Each of those are from different schools so every school asks something different! I guess expect anything haha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aimyhtixela Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 How did the interview go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markdevlinn Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I am a So Cal Native so if I get in I can be a pseudo-ambassador for anyone out of state. Erika_Erikovna how did your interview on the 12th go? Can you shed any light on the day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erika_erikovna Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 It went really well! Everyone was really nice, passionate about the profession, and excited about the program. They were organized, and seemed to cover all their bases. If you've interviewed at other programs, expect your MBKU interview to be a combination of everything you have done to date. Multiple rounds of different style interviews, an essay, and the usual campus tour and financial aid presentations. It goes by fast, and they do their best to make sure you are not nervous, but it definitely will be a distance run, so come prepared. Good luck everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally8888 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Hi I was wondering if you could tell us if it was individual or group interviews? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lar957 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Curious.. Did they mention at the interview when they would be reviewed for provisional accreditation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristinnaaa Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Hi, I just came back from my Jan 13 morning interview and just wanted to update everyone else who still has yet to go. MBKU does a little bit of everything. 2 Mini Interview 1 Faculty Interview 1 Individual Interview 1 Group Interview So be prepared to be interviewed 5 times. But it's not bad, they don't try to trip you up or anything. Their goal is to get to know you better. So just come prepared and don't stress about it. As for accreditation, they did mention they just had their site visit a month ago. And they are very optimistic about getting the provisional accreditation. Hope that helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally8888 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 As far as the group interview goes, is it a group of applicants or group of faculty and individual applicants Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristinnaaa Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 The group interview is a group of applicants. The faculty interview will be a group of faculty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally8888 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Thank you Kristina! I appreciate the information. I hope your interview went well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauladee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 can anybody say whether the interviews will be open file where they can ask specific questions about your academics or they will have no information about you during the interview? congratulations to those who have finished the interview and good luck to those who are scheduled! I hope to see some of you guys on saturday Jan. 18th! This is my first interview so any tips would be super helpful. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markdevlinn Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Pauladee, its my first one as well and I am on the morning session on the 18th. By the sounds of it, it seems to be a formal yet relaxed atomosphere where they aren't drilling you but simply seeing if you're the proper fit for their program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauladee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Thank you for the response Markdevlinn! I think I know you! haha fellow scribe?!! I'll see you saturday morning! Good luck! I'm super nervous and really unsure of how to prepare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristinnaaa Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Hey guys, so I just wanted to offer a few words of wisdom. My first pa interview I was super nervous and I messed everything up. But after I learned to relax it was much better. Just remember guys: You cannot control how the interviewer will react or feel about your answers. The only thing you can control is your own reaction and your answers. So just relax and prepare. And really just be yourself. It they don't like you then it probably was a personailty clash and you may not be a good fit for the school. But if they do, they know the real you and know how to help you while your in the program. As for preparation Pauladee - I found "How to Ace the Physician Assistant School Interview" book to be really helpful. http://www.amazon.com/How-Physician-Assistant-School-Interview/dp/0615480721/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389741833&sr=8-1&keywords=how+to+ace+the+physician+assistant+school+interview There are many other books and sites out there to help you prepare. Check them out =) But that's the book I used to prepare myself and I felt like it prepared me very well. And you should expect any interview to be open file. That's how they get to know you and make notes =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klscott555 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 The interview was very laid back, acceptance letters go out after the first of Feb, 150 students will be interviewed, 28 will be chosen. Good luck to everyone! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauladee Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Thank you so much Kristina! I will TRY to be calm and thanks for the book recommendation! Ill be sure to check it out. Thanks klscott555 for the insight! Good luck to you too! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJM45 Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 What's a "mini interview"? This is also my first interview!! Thanks for all the great info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lar957 Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Anybody interviewing pm session on January 18th?? I am really excited to hear about this program! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markdevlinn Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Hey Paula! I spoke to Grecia today shes excited for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishalbista Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 How many essays do we need to write? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggwhite Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 Two essays! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPA2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 This school is wonderful! Faculty is really admirable and everyone is extremely accommodating. The interview process can either be the first thing you do or the last thing and may last quite a bit of time, but it is all very laid back. Be yourself and you will do great :) Good luck to all who have interviews remaining! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erika_erikovna Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I was also very impressed by the school. It is weird I would rather go to a brand new program with no PANCE pass rate history than a fully accredited university with a long history? Assuming all goes well and they get accreditation in March, MBKU seems the way to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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