Indiana University School of Medicine has an acceptance rate of 6.1%, showing discernment when accepting students to their program. On the IU School of Medicine website, they explain they seek applicants who are committed to training for a collaborative career in medicine and are passionate about patient care. The school is proud of its students and boasts how they are helping develop compassionate healthcare professionals who are committed to improving health in the state of Indiana and beyond.
The interviewers want to see that if chosen, you are going to medical school for the right reasons and genuinely desire to work in the medical field. Describe what appeals to you most about working as a physician, showing enthusiasm and passion in your response. However, be wary of answering like many applicants will, which is to help people or save lives. While this may be a driving factor, you will not save every life you encounter. Even if this is your driving force, word your response in a way that will make you stand out from other candidates.
