amberDEE Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Southstar, I interviewed yesterday, and it was a phenomenal experience! The staff and interviewers are all really warm and friendly, and the interview experience was vastly superior to many of the other programs I have interviewed at this interview season. I would definitely recommend you getting there earlier than you would anticipate. Traffic and driving around the New Haven hospital area was kind of chaotic at 8AM, and it added a bit of stress to me trying to find parking in the garage just before the interview. As far as tips, I would say to review your CASPA application and essay (they read these things before they interview you so it helped me to refresh what they were going to go over) and be able to proficiently answer the question "tell me a little bit about yourself". Also, have some questions ready because you'll spend the entire day with second year students. The second year students don't influence the admissions decision, so you can ask them anything that you may have a question about. Good luck! Thanks so much for the tips! Really appreciate it. Definitely nervous, but its a good nervous! So excited to be interviewing. Good luck with everything, wish you the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okadam Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 "The interview experience was vastly superior to many of the other programs...." hrrm...I'm not sure if that's good or bad! I'm assuming you felt the questions were more difficult/in depth? Nevertheless, thank you very much for the great advice! I'm excited for my interview on the 22nd! Is anyone staying at the New Haven Hotel? If so, do you know the cheapest way to get from the airport to the hotel (shuttle? bus? taxi?)? I've spent some time searching, but I feel like I'm not looking in the right places. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overseas Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Interview completed! When should I hear something? Some 2nd year students said right away, others say not for a while. Does anyone have a clue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktheshark89 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Okadam: The interview experience is vastly superior because it is NOT pressure packed whatsoever. The questions they ask are just those so that they can get to know you. They make jokes and laugh throughout the interviews. It is very relaxing. Overseas: I was in the first interview session on the 15th and was told by David that they were going to interview everyone before letting anyone know of their acceptance or rejection (This is different than how they have worked in the previous years). He said the last interview is Nov 19th so we should expect to hear back shortly there after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overseas Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Wow...that's a loong wait! Since Yale is my 1st choice, I guess I have no other option than to wait. They used to call interviewees the day after the interview if they liked them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktheshark89 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Yup they did. David said they are doing it differently this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryw723 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 If anyone's trying to figure out hotel arrangements, I booked a room at the La Quinta Hotel in New Haven for only $85. I read previous interview posts and someone suggested it. They also provide a shuttle to Yale so that will be easier than trying to drive around and find parking. If anyone's staying there overnight the 22nd let me know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davis.boozer Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Look into the Hotel Duncan, it's pretty cheap and very quaint, and best of all, within walking distance of the med school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soulevolver Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 I interviewed out there on the 16th. I agree, it was an awesome experience!! I would suggest going to the BAR dinner. The 1st years were really helpful. All around, Yale did an awesome job of giving me an unbiased view of what to expect. Unbiased as far as giving me the opportunity to talk to probably half of the 1st year class. Anyway, I got into town a day early and did the whole tourist thing. I flew out from the mountain west, so it worked best for me. It was worth the time. Take the undergrad tour if you get in early enough. They run 2 a day, at 10:30 and 2. Hilarious!! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okadam Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 I just finished the interview an hour ago.... let's just say, it's a phenomenal program. The people there are so welcoming and they try very hard to get you relaxed. I dont think I've felt this good during/after an interview before...they really want to get to know you and I feel like they ask the appropriate questions to get the most out of you. After most interviews, I'd leave thinking, "UGH they didn't get to know me..." Not this one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davis.boozer Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Interview invite just now for November 19. :) Can anyone give me an idea when the day is over? Trying to book flights from the west coast before they go up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbinelli Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 It was over around 3:30 for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sartort Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 My experience at La Quinta hasn't been stellar so anyone planning to stay there might want to reconsider. I'm still here because my flight home is tomorrow but I have to wear earplugs to watch TV because the volume is stuck pretty loud, the bathroom outlet doesn't work and there aren't any others near it which is annoying when doing hair/steaming clothes (the hangers are attached to the rail), my coffee maker tray for the grounds is missing and to top it all off I just noticed that my smoke detector has been ripped from the wall and the wires are hanging down. It isn't horrible, but if you are an easily stressed or frustrated person you might want to just spend the money on one of the nicer hotels closer to the university. As far as the interview goes, it was fairly relaxed and the program was cool, as everyone has said. You interview either in the morning of afternoon and you don't have much time to wait around between the two to become nervous. I liked that a lot, especially because I interviewed in the morning. I'm not sure that it's the right fit for me, though. After today I'm pretty certain I will be going to a previous program I interviewed with that I felt I would enjoy more. Good luck to all of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jl26 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Hi Sartort, what aspects of the program were not fit for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kma54254 Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 For those who have interviewed, I was wondering if storm Sandy pushed back any interview dates. We were told decisions would be made after the last interview (Nov. 19th). Has anyone heard anything? Any changes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownc2 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I am going to interview in just a few days, the 19th. Thanks everyone for your advice! I am really looking forward to the day. I am wondering though, about how many people attend each interview day? Around 30? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beattie228 Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I am going to interview in just a few days, the 19th. Thanks everyone for your advice! I am really looking forward to the day. I am wondering though, about how many people attend each interview day? Around 30? Thanks! There were about 20 or so folks when I interviewed last month. They separate you into 2 teams after a few program overview lectures with one team going on a tour and the other team knocking out the interviews. After having lunch with some second year students, the teams alternate. Can you let us know when they expect to notify the candidates? As another poster mentioned, I'm curious if Hurricane Sandy will offset the tentative timeline. Good luck at your interview! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownc2 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 They will let people know between tomorrow and Wednesday they made it seem. Happy Thanksgiving everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beattie228 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 They will let people know between tomorrow and Wednesday they made it seem. Happy Thanksgiving everyone Thanks for the update! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozzanc Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Anyone hear today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swerner607 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Not yet, but my phone has been in my hand all day! I read through the posts from the past couple years and a few people received acceptance calls between 7:30 and 9:00PM! If we don't hear tonight, tomorrow for sure (I hope). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southstar347 Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Not yet, but my phone has been in my hand all day! I read through the posts from the past couple years and a few people received acceptance calls between 7:30 and 9:00PM! If we don't hear tonight, tomorrow for sure (I hope). LOL I hope as well. Best of wishes to all and don't sweat it all too much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asuram Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 i was driving home from work and all i could think about is if i wrote my name on the questionnaire or not. lmao, i need to relax. Good Luck tomorrow everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jl26 Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 lol asuram I had the same experience at another interview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beattie228 Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Just received the acceptance email! Best email I've ever received!! Good luck to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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