VIM2792 Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 @Siyana I called them and the background / drug test check does not have to be completed before interview but I’n order for them to accept you it must be completed. Sept 1st is deadline to have it done, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babblingfish Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I haven't seen anyone talk about the interview format yet. I just went to the interview so I thought I'd share the love for those who have yet to interview, and for people looking at his forum next year. There are three 15 minute interviews, the question and styles of the interview depend on the interviewer. The questions I was asked skewed heavily on the behavioral side with only a few traditional questions. Below is a link to a list of the members of the admissions committee, you will be interviewed by three random staff on the Faculty. There is a written portion that tests some basic medical knowledge and some behavioral skills. The day starts with ice breakers and a tour of the building by two current PA students. Then there is a powerpoint presentation given by some of the faculty. Then everyone is split into two groups. One group goes into interviews first, the second does the written portion, then they swap. Each of the faculty have a different speciality, and their personality and questioning aligns pretty well with their speciality and role in the program. https://www.southuniversity.edu/tampa/areas-of-study/physician-assistant/physician-assistant-master-of-science-ms/faculty Best of luck to everyone who has interviewed and to those who will be interviewing! There are still a lot more interviews that will be held so don't give up if you haven't heard back yet. 6 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGil7 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 8 hours ago, babblingfish said: I haven't seen anyone talk about the interview format yet. I just went to the interview so I thought I'd share the love for those who have yet to interview, and for people looking at his forum next year. There are three 15 minute interviews, the question and styles of the interview depend on the interviewer. The questions I was asked skewed heavily on the behavioral side with only a few traditional questions. Below is a link to a list of the members of the admissions committee, you will be interviewed by three random staff on the Faculty. There is a written portion that tests some basic medical knowledge and some behavioral skills. The day starts with ice breakers and a tour of the building by two current PA students. Then there is a powerpoint presentation given by some of the faculty. Then everyone is split into two groups. One group goes into interviews first, the second does the written portion, then they swap. Each of the faculty have a different speciality, and their personality and questioning aligns pretty well with their speciality and role in the program. https://www.southuniversity.edu/tampa/areas-of-study/physician-assistant/physician-assistant-master-of-science-ms/faculty Best of luck to everyone who has interviewed and to those who will be interviewing! There are still a lot more interviews that will be held so don't give up if you haven't heard back yet. Thanks for this! I have an interview next week and I'm so nervous. This is so helpful for knowing what to expect 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIM2792 Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 20 minutes ago, JGil7 said: Thanks for this! I have an interview next week and I'm so nervous. This is so helpful for knowing what to expect Me too! On July 25! Is that when you have yours ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGil7 Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 16 hours ago, VanessaMarion said: Me too! On July 25! Is that when you have yours ? Mine is on the 23rd. Congrats on the interview invite! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrePaGal4 Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 On 7/19/2019 at 7:42 PM, JGil7 said: Thanks for this! I have an interview next week and I'm so nervous. This is so helpful for knowing what to expect Thank you so much for this! We all greatly appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrePaGal4 Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 On 7/19/2019 at 8:04 PM, VanessaMarion said: Me too! On July 25! Is that when you have yours ? Hi Vanessa! My interview is on this date as well ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Letsdothis Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 Anybody hear back from the first interview session yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsam1 Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 On 7/20/2019 at 12:30 PM, JGil7 said: Mine is on the 23rd. Congrats on the interview invite! Hi, do you guys mind sharing when your applications were sent? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrePaGal4 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 On 7/19/2019 at 11:22 AM, babblingfish said: I haven't seen anyone talk about the interview format yet. I just went to the interview so I thought I'd share the love for those who have yet to interview, and for people looking at his forum next year. There are three 15 minute interviews, the question and styles of the interview depend on the interviewer. The questions I was asked skewed heavily on the behavioral side with only a few traditional questions. Below is a link to a list of the members of the admissions committee, you will be interviewed by three random staff on the Faculty. There is a written portion that tests some basic medical knowledge and some behavioral skills. The day starts with ice breakers and a tour of the building by two current PA students. Then there is a powerpoint presentation given by some of the faculty. Then everyone is split into two groups. One group goes into interviews first, the second does the written portion, then they swap. Each of the faculty have a different speciality, and their personality and questioning aligns pretty well with their speciality and role in the program. https://www.southuniversity.edu/tampa/areas-of-study/physician-assistant/physician-assistant-master-of-science-ms/faculty Best of luck to everyone who has interviewed and to those who will be interviewing! There are still a lot more interviews that will be held so don't give up if you haven't heard back yet. Hi there thanks again for the info ! For the behavioral questionarre, would you say it was more of "think of a time/example" or was it more of "situational/ethical"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIM2792 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 21 hours ago, PrePaGal4 said: Hi Vanessa! My interview is on this date as well ! congrats !! I’m traveling to Tampa from palm coast tomorrow , I’ll be there in a Dalmatian print shirt with blonde hair lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmhguy95 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 Are they still sending out interview invites? I submitted my app on 6/8 so Im not feeling very hopeful at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrePaGal4 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Hmhguy95 said: Are they still sending out interview invites? I submitted my app on 6/8 so Im not feeling very hopeful at this point. I wouldn't lose hope !! July is the first month they are interviewing and they still have a couple months to go. They send out an invite only like a week-ish prior. So there is still plenty of time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyennq Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 Hi! I was wondering if anyone knew if the program offered to hold baggages for applicants who are flying out on the same day as their interview? Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAJourney148 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 52 minutes ago, Cheyennq said: Hi! I was wondering if anyone knew if the program offered to hold baggages for applicants who are flying out on the same day as their interview? Thank you! Yep! They will put anyone’s luggage in an office before the interviews start! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithandHope Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 (edited) On 7/16/2019 at 5:58 PM, Siyana said: I will be attending the August 1st interview and it also happens to be my birthday that day, what a chance Anyone else attending the Aug 1st interview? What a wonderful gift! I am...good luck to you! Do you live in Tampa? Edited July 24, 2019 by FaithandHope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aalyssa17 Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 those who've received interview invites, would you mind sharing your stats? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babblingfish Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 On 7/23/2019 at 6:38 AM, PrePaGal4 said: Hi there thanks again for the info ! For the behavioral questionarre, would you say it was more of "think of a time/example" or was it more of "situational/ethical"? situational/ethical Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMck16 Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 On 7/19/2019 at 11:22 AM, babblingfish said: I haven't seen anyone talk about the interview format yet. I just went to the interview so I thought I'd share the love for those who have yet to interview, and for people looking at his forum next year. There are three 15 minute interviews, the question and styles of the interview depend on the interviewer. The questions I was asked skewed heavily on the behavioral side with only a few traditional questions. Below is a link to a list of the members of the admissions committee, you will be interviewed by three random staff on the Faculty. There is a written portion that tests some basic medical knowledge and some behavioral skills. The day starts with ice breakers and a tour of the building by two current PA students. Then there is a powerpoint presentation given by some of the faculty. Then everyone is split into two groups. One group goes into interviews first, the second does the written portion, then they swap. Each of the faculty have a different speciality, and their personality and questioning aligns pretty well with their speciality and role in the program. https://www.southuniversity.edu/tampa/areas-of-study/physician-assistant/physician-assistant-master-of-science-ms/faculty Best of luck to everyone who has interviewed and to those who will be interviewing! There are still a lot more interviews that will be held so don't give up if you haven't heard back yet. I got a call today with the August 7th interview date. Thank you for this information, it's most appreciated! Best of luck to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmhguy95 Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 @JLMC1016, when did u submit your application? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMck16 Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 @Hmhguy95 I submitted on 6/13/19. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGil7 Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 On 7/22/2019 at 3:12 PM, tsam1 said: Hi, do you guys mind sharing when your applications were sent? Sent it on 6/30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithandHope Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Good evening, Second year applicant. I was very humbled when I applied last year, had an interview at University of Tampa and did not get in. I worked hard to improve my application this year. I have an interview on August 1st Cum 3.62 Cum Science 3.45 BCP 3.25 Just took Biochem over he summer received an A; however, this has not been updated yet in CASPA, BCP and Science will be increasing... GRE 299(darn quant!) PCE over 25,000 Registered Dental Hygienist Adjunct Clinical Dental Radiology Professor for two semesters Volunteer ...don't remember exactly...over 500 I look forward to meeting everyone also interviewing on the 1st. Good luck to everyone! Do not ever give up on your dreams...when it get harder become more tenacious! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rb1322 Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 got a call this afternoon for an interview on 8/15 or 8/20! first time applicant & first interview! I submitted to South 7/8. anyone have any insight on their interview process? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMck16 Posted July 26, 2019 Share Posted July 26, 2019 Congrats @rb1322! Best of luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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