lundkm18 Posted July 13, 2011 Hi! I was invited to an on campus interview 8/16! Any advice is appreciated! This is my first interview and DMU is my top choice so I am a little nervous!
bdub Posted August 23, 2011 How was the interview?? I just applied there and am waiting to here back? Anyone else offered an interview there yet?
bdub Posted August 29, 2011 I submitted mine around mid-august and it was verified shortly after. I still haven't heard anything.
knielsen Posted August 29, 2011 I had an interview at DMU last year and everyone was VERY nice, the interview process was laid back and they made you feel comfortable!
lundkm18 Posted September 7, 2011 Author I was ACCEPTED to DMU's PA Program! yahoo!!! I submitted my CASPA app in May, was called for an interview in July, had my interview 8/16 and they called me 8/29 telling me I have been accepted! So excited! Sent in my seat deposit and papers. Can't wait until June!
bdub Posted September 8, 2011 I was ACCEPTED to DMU's PA Program! yahoo!!! I submitted my CASPA app in May, was called for an interview in July, had my interview 8/16 and they called me 8/29 telling me I have been accepted! So excited! Sent in my seat deposit and papers. Can't wait until June! Congrats!!!!!! What was the interview like? How did the interview process go?
lundkm18 Posted September 8, 2011 Author The interview was really laid back. They try to make you feel as comfortable as possible. The day lasted from 8 am to 2 pm. At the beginning you are in a big room with the other applicants and admission staff. You go over information about the program and financial aid. Then interviews begin at 10:45, and depending where you are on the interview list you can be done with your interviews as early as 11:30 or not be done until 2:30pm. . There are two back to back interviews, each 20 minutes long. Depending on when your interview is, you may go on a tour before or after. You also eat lunch with second year students. All in all it was a great day!
momof five Posted October 6, 2011 DMU received my app from CASPA on July 11. My GRE was already there. I received a phone call on August 26th to offer an interview. My interview is October 18th. I am a 40 yr old undergrad at The University of Iowa - and I am on their waiting list, just as I figured I would be. DMU is my first choice school, so I am praying for an amazing interview and then an offer by Nov 1st!
Molly2390 Posted October 7, 2011 Hey all--I submitted my CASPA beginning of August and am anxiously awaiting an interview invite. Anyone else apply around the same time and hear from them yet?
bdub Posted October 7, 2011 I applied around the beginning of August as well and haven't heard anything back from them yet either
eam39447 Posted October 19, 2011 I applied in mid-July and just heard about a week ago that I have an interview next month, Nov 8. It was almost 8 weeks to the day that they notified me they had my completed application. Hope this helps. Good luck!
km051188 Posted October 20, 2011 It was almost 8 weeks to the day that they notified me they had my completed application. What day did you receive notification that your application was complete?
Molly2390 Posted October 21, 2011 Thanks for the info, this helps to estimate where they are at in reviewing the apps. Good luck in the interview!
Molly2390 Posted October 25, 2011 Yes! I got a call today offering me an interview date. I couldn't make it to the November date, so mine is Dec. 13 :) I'm excited! I've never been to Iowa so I'm anxious to check it out!
lundkm18 Posted October 25, 2011 Author Iowa isn't as bad as everyone thinks :) Des Moines is a pretty neat city. Lots of things going on.
Molly2390 Posted October 28, 2011 Yeah I'm looking forward to it :) So I see you are accepted, are you for sure going to DMU next year? Any tips about the interview? I have had one so far and it was a group which I was not fond of, so hoping this one goes smoother!
lundkm18 Posted October 28, 2011 Author Yes I am for sure going to DMU next year! :) It was my top choice and I sent in the seat deposit as fast as I could. The DMU interview is very relaxed, and it is not a group interview! There are two back to back interviews, in each one there are two PA faculty and both interviews last about 20 minutes. They really try to make you feel comfortable and it isn't an interrogative interview.. it is more like a getting to know you session. I would just try your best to be yourself and to be relaxed. Be funny if you can, I made them laugh a couple times and it put both parties at ease I think. I felt very comfortable and had a very good feeling afterwards. Don't second guess yourself when it comes to your answers and be sure to practice with someone else before the interview. Also, remember they are watching you throughout the whole day so remember to always be on your best behavior :) Goodluck! Let me know if you have any other questions :)
Molly2390 Posted October 28, 2011 Oh that is good to hear they are individual. The group dynamic was a bit impersonal. Thank you for your advice! It is so hard to relax, but I know that will help the most. And congrats on getting accepted, I'm sure that's the best feeling! I'll let you know if I have any questions as it gets closer :)
Guest ttbrook Posted October 31, 2011 For those of you who have interviewed there...what's it like? What types of questions or any tips on preparing? My interview is Nov. 15. I'm excited!
lundkm18 Posted October 31, 2011 Author The questions are pretty typical interview questions, it is more like a get to know you session than an interrogative interview. Look at Student Doctor Network for examples of interview questions. I don't even think I got a "why do you want to be a PA?" type question, they wanted to know more about my life experiences.. The day itself is very laid back and they try to make you feel as comfortable as possible. Just be confident in your answers and don't second guess yourself!
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