University of the Pacific Pharmacy School Mock Interview
Practice 40 University of the Pacific Pharmacy School interview questions covering clinical scenarios, ethics, and patient care philosophy.
Question 6 of 40
Why should we accept you over another pharmacy student with the same qualifications?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
Example Answer
Focus Your Answer On
Community Answers
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.
The interviewers are looking for unique qualities and characteristics that make you stand out from the other students wishing to attend the University of the Pacific. Put yourself in their position. They are looking at multiple talented candidates. All have stellar grades, a drive, and the potential to be renowned University of the Pacific alumni. Describe the primary reason to choose YOU over everyone else.
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 believe I am the strongest candidate for your pharmacy program because I am incredibly dedicated to my professional and personal development. Since beginning my undergraduate program, I have committed to taking a personal development workshop twice yearly. The topics have included communication, leadership, multi-tasking, organization, and even persuasive writing. I plan to take these skills and apply them to my graduate studies. I have already demonstrated outstanding dedication to this profession, as evidenced by my work outside the classroom. I have volunteered for the past four years with nonprofit organizations that help the less fortunate with vaccinations and medical care. I regularly seek additional educational opportunities to continue gaining knowledge related to pharmacy."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Choose unique qualities that will make the interviewers remember you and make you stand out from other candidates. Remember, the interviewers mentioned that the other candidates have the same qualifications, so stellar grades or a high GPA is not enough. Here are some things that make you a stand-out candidate:
- Recent volunteer work
- An existing connection to the faculty or facility
- A memorable and personal story of struggle and triumph
- An unusual skill such as speaking multiple languages or knowing sign language
- An additional degree, diploma, or certification
- Proof that you continually focus on personal and professional development
Interview Coach
Jaymie
A real coach, not AI. I read every answer myself and write back with personalized feedback.
Typically responds within 24 hours.
0 - Character Count
Unlock All 40 University of the Pacific Questions
Master admission questions that Pacific Pharmacy interviewers ask to assess clinical readiness.
Get StartedJump to Question