Kelly-Anne Kidston
This question asks you to face head-on and talk about something you’d probably like to avoid discussing, if possible. It might also be thought of as a limitation question (e.g., “What is your greatest limitation?”), or a question about your challenges (e.g., “Tell us about a time you failed”), and, as such, may be something you’re understandably hesitant to address 😁 No one likes to talk about their weaker spots, particularly in a high-stakes, high-stress situation like an interview! However, it’s best to own up to the low grade, or the gap in extracurriculars, or whatever that weak-spot might be, by re-framing it with a growth mindset 🙌 Think of this question as an opportunity to show how you have developed grit and determination to overcome academic disappointment, or to focus attention on the transferable skills you’ve developed from your experiences 🤓 As long as you are able to learn from the experience, no loss, misstep, or set-back is truly a failure. [1]
Secondly, I am fairly experienced when it comes to interviews, having been through many myself starting with roles at school, then for part-time jobs I tookaken on whilst at university the first time (I studied biomedical science first). After graduating I worked in London for a couple of years and during that period before securing work I wentgone to countless interviews for various different jobs (I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do then). And of course the 4 dental school interviews I had had. From all these experiences I was fortunate to be successful at most, being offered the position. [2]
Secondly, I am fairly experienced when it comes to interviews, having been through many myself starting with roles at school, then for part-time jobs I tookaken on whilst at university the first time (I studied biomedical science first). After graduating I worked in London for a couple of years and during that period before securing work I wentgone to countless interviews for various different jobs (I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do then). And of course the 4 dental school interviews I had had. From all these experiences I was fortunate to be successful at most, being offered the position. (last emended 6 weeks ago by Velinda McClendon from Bamako, Mali) [3]
As per the researchers from crushthedatexam.com, most dental schools begin interviewing applicants in September at the earliest and continue to do so through the end of March, but sometimes into April and May. Interviews are typically only held on weekdays so be prepared to miss some school or work in order to attend your interviews. After being notified of your invitation to interview you will select a date if more than one option is available to interview at a school. Interview days are typically held at the end of the week on a Friday, but may also be held on other days during the week depending upon the school. [4]
Article References
- https://bemoacademicconsulting.com/blog/hardest-dental-school-interview-questions-and-expert-answers
- https://dorkydentalstudent.com/2016/07/30/preparing-for-dental-school-interviews/comment-page-2/
- https://dorkydentalstudent.com/2016/07/30/preparing-for-dental-school-interviews/comment-page-1/
- https://crushthedatexam.com/dental-school-interview/
