Practice 40 MCPHS University Pharmacy School interview questions covering clinical scenarios, healthcare values, and your commitment to pharmacy education.
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Your admissions interviewers want to know why you are choosing them over another university with a similar program. Explain the considerations you took before sending your application to MCPHS University.
Avoid saying anything that suggests you were playing the numbers game and blindly sending out applications everywhere, hoping one would stick. The best approach is to examine their branding and the aspects of the school that they take pride in.
For example, here are some marks of pride they state on their website, "Ready to shape your future? There's no better place to start. MCPHS is a private, not-for-profit, healthcare-focused university with a full spectrum of healthcare programs. As a teaching institution, we are passionate about our students, and they are equally passionate about advancing into careers in a vital industry. While it's nearly impossible to put a price on building your life around your passion, we think you'll find that MCPHS is a remarkable, all-around value for what you get in return. #1 University in the U.S. for Earning Power The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings for 2018 puts MCPHS graduates on top. AA Standard and Poor's (S&P) Financial Credit Rating MCPHS received a top rating in financial strength and stability from Standard and Poor's (S&P). #4 Most Transformative College in the U.S. In Money Magazine's 2020 list of Most Transformative Colleges, MCPHS ranks fourth in the nation."
These are all good selling points and worthy considerations when choosing a pharmacy college that is right for you.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I researched several schools before applying to MCPHS University. I started by interviewing some alumni I know and spoke with a couple of your current students in the pharmacy program. Last year I attended the open house here as well. Your school left a very positive impression on me, which is why I chose to apply here."

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