The interview process for osteopathic programs is basically the same as that of allopathic programs. Some schools will have you in-and-out of a one-on-one traditional interview. Others will utilize the MMI. And some will have a day-long extravaganza. “During our interview process, we have the first half of the day be an informational session,” says one admissions director. “In the morning, we have presentations on the curriculum and professionalism, financial aid, learning services, and inclusion. We also schedule a medical student panel where interviewees have the chance to ask questions of current medical students. This is followed by a traditional behavioral interview.”
But there are two key questions you should expect to be asked in an osteopathic medical interview that won’t come up in allopathic interviews. They are:
Why are you interested in attending osteopathic medical school? A great answer will emphasize what you'd gain from an osteopathic program, why osteopathic values mean something to you, and will highlight an osteopathic clinical experience and how it impacted you.
Are you also applying to allopathic medical school? Just be honest. If the answer is yes, and it probably is, say you're exploring all possible paths to becoming a physician.
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