Application Process: Interview Day
An invitation to an interview at the University of Michigan Medical School is already quite an accomplishment. It is also an opportunity to see if we are as right for you as we think you might be for us.
Your interview day is planned so that you have the opportunity to meet other potential students, talk about your interests, chat with current students and ask questions out of range of any decision committee member.
Most interview days include 35 to 45 candidates, who are divided into two groups for most activities.
Tentatively scheduled activities include:
- Breakfast
- Individual Interviews with Admission Committee
- Admissions Update from the Director of Admissions
- Student-Led Group Tour
- Cutting-edge Technology Presentation
- Lunch with Current Medical Students
- Overview of Financial Aid Options
- Student Showcase Highlighting Global Reach, Research, Dual Degree Options, Extracurricular Activities, etc.
At the end of your interview day, you are welcome to stay and explore the Medical School campus on your own, or venture out to the greater city of Ann Arbor.
Where shall I report for my interview?
University of Michigan Medical School Admission Office
D4303 Medical Science Building I
1301 Catherine Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0624
734-764-6317
Map (PDF)
When shall I arrive?
On the day of your interview please arrive between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. (Eastern Time) at the Admission Office. Please allow sufficient time to locate the office as The University of Michigan Health System is an active, diverse and growing complex with multiple expansion projects currently in progress.
What time will the day end?
You should conclude the interview day by 2 - 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Where shall I park?
If driving to campus we suggest you park in "Patient/Visitor Parking C" (Cardiovascular Center Parking). Upon conclusion of the interview day we will provide you a voucher that will allow you to exit the parking structure at no charge.
Map (PDF)
Who should I contact if I have additional questions or special notifications about my interview day?
Carol Teener cteener@umich.edu
Getting to or leaving Ann Arbor:
- Detroit Metro Airport Shuttles to Ann Arbor
- Custom Transit: 734-971-5555
- Michiganflyer: 888-643-5937
This is the least expensive option that requires more time. The bus leaves from a hotel south of campus. You can get to the medical campus via cab or city bus #36 to the Michigan League and take a five minute walk to the Admissions office
- If traveling from Chicago, you may want to look into taking the Megabus as an inexpensive option. Once you arrive in Ann Arbor you can take the #36 city bus [pdf] and get off at the Michigan League stop. Our office is a 5 min. walk from there. Email Carol if you have questions.
Transportation:
- Ann Arbor bus system
- U of M bus system
- Taxi
cabs
- Yellow Cab 734-663-8898
- Blue Cab 734-547-2222
- Train service to other cities
Accommodations
Please make hotel reservations immediately if you are interviewing on a home football game weekend. (You can check www.mgoblue.com/football for this year's schedule.)
- The following hotels have shuttle service from the hotel to the U-M medical campus and are in order of expense:
- Microtel Inn and Suites (734) 997-9100 or www.microtelannarbor.com
- Be sure to ask for U-M rates and reserve a spot on their morning shuttle to our office
- Be sure to ask for U-M rates and reserve a spot on their morning shuttle to our office
- Hawthorn Suites (734) 327-0011
- Holiday Inn (734) 769-9800 or www.hiannarbor.com
- Microtel Inn and Suites (734) 997-9100 or www.microtelannarbor.com
- These hotels are within walking distance of the hospital/downtown:
- Inn at the Michigan League (734) 764-3177
- Bell Tower Hotel (734) 769-3010 or (800) 562-3559
- Campus Inn (800) 666-8693
Maps:
Do:
- Review and visit our walking and driving maps to facilitate your arrival on campus.
- Arrive on campus with enough time to deal with any last minute complications.
- Be neatly and appropriately dressed in professional business attire.
- Be polite and courteous to all members of the Medical School community. Admissions office staff and current students may be asked to comment on your personal conduct while on campus.
- Understand and articulate your genuine interest in a medical education.
- Prepare by conducting intensive research specific to the University of Michigan by reading our informational materials and exploring the web site and, if possible, talking in advance with current students.
- Be prepared to clearly articulate your interest in the U-M by asking specific questions, understanding our unique programs and discussing the relationship between your background and our medical school's mission.
- Thoroughly review your application, essay, personal statement and academic record. Interviewers are likely to inquire about your background and accomplishments. Be certain of what you have written.
Do Not:
- Lie about any of your credentials or experiences.
- Display a lack of tact or diplomacy.
- Appear to be insincere during any portion of your interview.
- Try to guess what the interviewer wants to hear.
- Be afraid to discuss your success and most positive traits.
- Disparage or condemn your past experiences.
- Give overly vague or general experiences.
- Make excuses for past difficulties or challenges.
- Act with a negative attitude or use a negative tone in your responses.
- Underestimate the effort and determination you have utilized to get to this point.
- Arrive under or un-prepared for the discussion.
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