University of Texas Medical Branch John Sealy School of Medicine

Interview Format

Interview Day Overview

Applicants must be invited for a virtual interview to be considered for admission. Interviews are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Approximately 56 applicants are interviewed weekly utilizing a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format. The JSSOM MMI will consist of seven 8-minute interviews. Applicants receive 3 minutes to read a scenario before each interview. Interviewers consist of faculty, staff, residents, and students. During one of the interviews, applicants have an opportunity to sell themselves, discuss interest in JSSOM, and ask questions of our faculty. Each applicant is required to attend an Interview Orientation. Orientation takes place the Friday prior to the applicant's scheduled interview day. The virtual orientation includes a welcome, curriculum presentation, campus tour, and student panel discussion followed by multiple mini-interviews. The school also hosts in-person campus preview days (Dec-Jan) and a second look program called Spring Peek in March/April.

Interview Invite Timeline

Most schools begin sending invitations September–October on a rolling basis. Earlier is better — submit your primary early. Schools with rolling admissions fill seats throughout the cycle, so late applicants face a more competitive pool for fewer spots.

How to Prepare