Getting Started - Before You Interview
- Most programs interview by invitation only.
- Respond quickly to ensure your interview slot.
- If you are interested in a specific program, consider doing a visiting elective there early in your fourth year.
- Most program directors want to be finished with their interviews before February.
- It might be a good idea to set up your interviews between October and January.
- Get a few interviews under your belt before you go to the ones you consider your most important. Don't save the best for last.
- Do your research ahead of time. Are there any Loyola Alumni at the site that you could contact?
- Most Residency Directors say it doesn't make any difference if you interview early or late as to the outcome.
- Treat the departmental secretary as if he/she is going to make the final decision.
Know where you are going, where to park, how long it will take to get to the interview from the parking lot.