Nova Southeastern University COM Mock Interview
Prepare for your NSU-COM interview with 35 questions covering osteopathic principles, clinical scenarios, and mission alignment.
Question 6 of 35
Why should we accept you over another osteopathic medical student with the same qualifications?
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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.
Osteopathic medical schools have historically had lower acceptance rates than traditional MD programs; this remains true at Nova Southeastern University. Knowing that they'll only be able to admit a small percentage of the applicants they receive, your interviewers are looking for unique qualities and statements that make you stand out from the other students seeking acceptance into their program.
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'm confident you won't find another prospective student for your program at Nova Southeastern University that has been preparing for an osteopathic medicine degree like me! From a very young age, my parent, both nurses, has been grooming me for a life as a physician. I spent my high school years volunteering at local nursing and hospice care facilities and continued this through my undergraduate program. While I'm confident in my academic abilities, I know that my sheer passion will help carry me through the tough times over the next four years."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
It is best to put yourself in the shoes of your interviewing team to answer this question. You are looking at multiple talented candidates. All have stellar grades, the drive to succeed, and the potential to be renowned Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine alumni. You ultimately want to highlight the primary reason to choose YOU over everyone else. If you are struggling for ideas, don't hesitate to dive into your volunteer work, any connections you have to the school or faculty, or a memorable and personal story of struggle and triumph you have.
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