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Hey AJ I didn't apply here but I was thinking about it if I don't hear back from Scholl soon. What was the format like for you interview and how did you prepare?Interview was today and went well. If anyone has questions about interviewing there lmk!
Format was a personal interview with three members of their faculty (one professor, one resident that went there, and their admission counselor Dave). It was an hour. Then from 12-3pm we had a group interview with three other students, as well as students who attend Barry to speak with us. Also had a few professor join in and show us the labs etc. Honestly just prepare for it like you have been preparing for your other interviews (Why podiatry? Why this bad grade? etc)Hey AJ I didn't apply here but I was thinking about it if I don't hear back from Scholl soon. What was the format like for you interview and how did you prepare?
Hey AJ, I’ve got my interview tomorrow at Barry. Is it an open file interview? What is the format for the interview was it more conversational or a formal interview? Why kinda of questions did they ask? How did you feel it went? Overall any pointer or suggestions for the interview? Thanks!Format was a personal interview with three members of their faculty (one professor, one resident that went there, and their admission counselor Dave). It was an hour. Then from 12-3pm we had a group interview with three other students, as well as students who attend Barry to speak with us. Also had a few professor join in and show us the labs etc. Honestly just prepare for it like you have been preparing for your other interviews (Why podiatry? Why this bad grade? etc)
Yes it is an open file interview so be prepared to answer about anything.Hey AJ, I’ve got my interview tomorrow at Barry. Is it an open file interview? What is the format for the interview was it more conversational or a formal interview? Why kinda of questions did they ask? How did you feel it went? Overall any pointer or suggestions for the interview? Thanks!
Thanks so much for the pointers! Is the interview a group interview or is it just you by yourself? I mean I’ve looked at the interview questions posted on SDN so hopefully I give them a good response. How long was it, they mentioned it was 40 minutes or so? I feel underprepared for the interview though I prepped all I could. Thanks again for your help, I greatly appreciate it!!Yes it is an open file interview so be prepared to answer about anything.
It was formal, with each person asking me a few questions each. They allowed me time top answer as well as ask questions at the end.
They asked me questions like: Why podiatry? What happened with these grades? What was your shadowing experience like? What kind of specialty do you want to do? Why Barry? What makes you unique? Things of that sort.
The group interview was just brief questions from the Dean Dr. Caldwell who is a really nice man and made us applicants feel very comfortable.
I feel like it went okay. I hope that I was able to show them that I am unique and will be able to maturely handle their program.
Pointers: Dress nice (suit and tie or dress shirt and tie). Make sure the shirt and tie is ironed because the other applicants showed up with wrinkly clothes and I can not tell you how much the committee will notice those small things. Hair done up nicely, not bed head. If you typically are clean shaven, shave and have no stubble. If you wear a beard make sure it looks neat (obviously this is not relevant to females).
I suggest writing out a few questions you think they may ask, and write down how you think you would respond. This is good because it gives you an idea of how to answer. Do not answer directly from the page or make it sound scripted, but it helps to just think about how you want to phrase things (and it helps show them that you are articulate).
Ask questions at the end. Not a lot. Two or three GOOD questions will do (not questions where the answers are found on their website or that will be answered in the group interview).
Finally, talk to them like they are people. Ask them their favorite things about Barry. Ask them why they like Southeast Florida. That goes a long way and shows them that you are also human.
Hope I was able to help. Good luck, and maybe/hopefully we will be future classmates lol!
The first interview is just you and the committee for an hour.Thanks so much for the pointers! Is the interview a group interview or is it just you by yourself? I mean I’ve looked at the interview questions posted on SDN so hopefully I give them a good response. How long was it, they mentioned it was 40 minutes or so? I feel underprepared for the interview though I prepped all I could. Thanks again for your help, I greatly appreciate it!!
I was told about a week or two after when I did mine (last Monday on August 17th). Still haven't heard anything. Trying to be patient lolDoes anyone know how long it takes between interviewing and getting an admissions decision?
Depends on where you do your externships and how you control your cost of living. I'm sure some current pod students can help answer this question tho.The estimated cost of attendance at Barry seems very high, especially for year 4. Does anyone know if this estimate is accurate?
So the large thing is the cost of living in Miami on why it’s expensive. That very much is a cost you can control though. Here is how it all breaks down. I do know some people found roommates and pay $850-$950 a month rather than $1500 to live near downtown MiamiDepends on where you do your externships and how you control your cost of living. I'm sure some current pod students can help answer this question tho.
I was told about a week, and I interviewed last week on August 17th. Still have not heard back. I am just trying to be patient lol.Has anyone received an admissions decision from Barry yet, I was told we’d hear back in a week or so?
Nah yeah I sort of anticipated that there would be a delay considering COVID and the start of classes for them so no biggie. Just super impatient lolBarry just started their online orientation for 1st years today so maybe that's why! Just try to be patient. It helps in long term
Nah yeah I sort of anticipated that there would be a delay considering COVID and the start of classes for them so no biggie. Just super impatient lol
Awesome!!! Congrats!!Received the call today....was accepted to Barry!!!!
Thank you!!!Awesome!!! Congrats!!
Received the call today....was accepted to Barry!!!!
100% staying in the US. Barry was my top choice. I have acceptances from two of the "Big three" in the Caribbean, but even those are risky...Congrats...hopefully you'll consider staying in the US than Carrib
100% staying in the US. Barry was my top choice. I have acceptances from two of the "Big three" in the Caribbean, but even those are risky...
Congrats ! Welcome to Barry C/O 2025Received the call today....was accepted to Barry!!!!
Thank you! Glad to be a part of it!Congrats ! Welcome to Barry C/O 2025
Congrats!!! That’s wonderful news!!Received the call today....was accepted to Barry!!!!
Congrats!! Looking forward to seeing you if you plan on committing to Barry!Congrats!!! That’s wonderful news!!
I also got accepted!
By far my favorite interview. I really enjoyed speaking with the two DPMs I interviewed with. SDN is the best for prepping and after that just practice a bit and then try your best. The group session is kinda long but after interviewing at other schools I’m really glad it was done. You’ll do great dw!How was the interview? Anything I should know in particular?
Interview was today and went well. If anyone has questions about interviewing there lmk!
They are going to be online. I haven't done my yet but that's what they said according to their email.Did you have web interview or in person interview?
For the web interview, is it going to be just one person or 3 people interviewing us?They are going to be online. I haven't done my yet but that's what they said according to their email.
Good question. Maybe someone who has already interviewed can answer but according to their email for my interview, Dave said there will be staff/faculty present.For the web interview, is it going to be just one person or 3 people interviewing us?
Yes there are 3 people that interview you. A resident physician, a faculty DPM and the admission directorGood question. Maybe someone who has already interviewed can answer but according to their email for my interview, Dave said there will be staff/faculty present.
Yeah, you wouldn't be getting an interview invite if they didn't like your statsI just hope that I have a solid interview, I really love Barry. You think if I have a good interview ill get in?
So my application was verified the 4th of this month. Barry actually reached out the same day, Temple sent me an invitation a week after, and Kent State just sent me one today. So I guess anytime within three weeks, hope this helps!How long did it take for them to reach out after having your AACPMAS verified?