The Interview
What to Expect
All interviews for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle will continue to be virtual via Zoom. Before your interview, learn as much as possible about the school. Visit the College of Medicine website to learn more about the College. On the day of the interview, applicants will have the opportunity to meet current FSU medical students, staff, and senior administrators.
The interview itself is an informal process where each applicant will have two one-on-one interviews with members of the Admissions Committee. The interviewers will have your application file which they will use as a springboard in order to get to know you better. Each interview may last up 50 minutes.
During the interview, be prepared to answer common questions such as "Why do you want to become a doctor?" and "Why would you like to attend this medical school?" It is also important that you have knowledge about current health care issues. Don't forget to ask questions as well. Most importantly, be honest and be yourself.
Interview Tips
- Arrive at least 5 minutes early to check for any technical issues
- Please make sure that your Zoom display name reflects that which is on your application
- Be in a distraction and interruption-free area for the duration of your interview
- Interviews are meant to be confidential, and you should be alone at all times during the interview
- Do not read from notes or appear to be distracted/looking away during your interview
- Be yourself! That's who the interviewers want to learn more about
- Dress appropriately
- Make eye contact with your interviewer
- Be polite to everyone you encounter during your visit
- Answer the questions sincerely
- Ask questions during your interview and throughout your visit
Possible Topics
- Your academic record
You may be asked about any discrepancies in your academic record, weak grades, etc. - Extracurricular Activities
If provided the opportunity, talk about any interests you may have that are not academically related. - Motives for pursuing a medical career
What are your reasons for pursuing a medical career? - Current issues in health care
You may be asked to discuss a controversial issue or situations dealing with ethics or professionalism in health care. Be aware of current issues and recent debates in the health field.