The interviewer asks this question to determine whether you'll be a valuable addition to the student body. Your admissions interviewers at Yale University School Of Medicine are likely screening a wide range of applicants.

Rather than being intimidated by this question, look at it as an opportunity to stand out and make yourself memorable. Structure your answer around the ample research you've performed on Yale. Your findings should indicate what qualities their future alumni embody, especially surrounding their programs, culture, and the qualities they promote and foster in their students.

Once you've used those bullet points to build a foundation, move on to any news, recent accolades, events, or contributions they've made to the community or student body. They also have a lot of information on aspects of their culture they are moving away from as they work to redefine themselves as embracing a culture of the future. Identify their mission and values so you can understand what they stand for. Then share anything you found of particular interest along these lines.