University of Florida Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences Virtual Interview Survey Thank you for participating in the University of Florida Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences virtual interview process! Each year we ask our candidates to complete an ANONYMOUS survey to get feedback on their impression of our graduate program and the recruitment & admissions process. Unfortunately, our recruitment and admissions process had to be completed virtually this year due to the pandemic. However, we would still like to receive feedback from you, specifically we would like to know how we can help (i.e. additional information, virtual tours, virtual events, etc.) you in making a decision about our program offer. Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete this ANONYMOUS questionnaire. Which of the following research areas are you planning to pursue during your graduate studies? (You may select more than one)* Biochemistry Cancer Biology Genetics Immunology/Microbiology Molecular Cell Biology Neuroscience Pharmacology Physiology The MOST useful source of information that led you to apply to our graduate program was obtained from:*UF FacultyUF StudentsNon UF faculty or studentsGraduate program websiteProgram brochures or flyersOther (please specify below)Please list other souces of information that led you to apply to our graduate program:*The three most important factors influencing your graduate program choice are:* Location Research facilities Quality of the faculty and research Current student satisfaction with the program Structure of program (flexibility to choose from multiple concentrations of study). Social or recreational aspects of university or local environment Financial support (i.e., stipend, tuition, health insurance) Prestige or reputation of the program or university Other (please list other factors affecting your decision below) Please list other graduate programs you have interviewed with (this information is useful so we know which graduate programs/institutions we are competing with):*Of the other graduate programs you have interviewed with, were any of those interviews conducted in person?*YesNoIf you interviewed with a graduate program in person, please list which one(s):*Please list any graduate program(s) where your initial interview was virtual however you have been offered an on campus visit:*Where did you rank UF BEFORE the interview compared to other biomedical sciences programs?*First ChoiceSecond ChoiceThird ChoiceTop FiveTop TenWhere do you rank UF AFTER the interview compared to other biomedical sciences programs?*First ChoiceSecond ChoiceThird ChoiceTop FiveTop TenCompared to other graduate programs you considered, the financial assistance of our program (base stipend of $29,702 plus a tuition waiver) is:*Above averageSimilarBelow averageThe interview and recruiting visit format was effective in introducing you to the program and research opportunities.*Strongly AgreeAgreeNeutralDisagreeStrongly DisagreeCompared to other graduate programs, the interview experience with our program was:*Above averageAverageBelow averageWhat additional information, virtual tours, virtual events, etc., would be helpful for you to be able to make a decision regarding our program offer?*Additional Comments:*CAPTCHA
