RSVP for the McGill Multiple Mini-Interviews

Applicants invited for an interview will be interviewed using the multiple mini-interview (MMI) format. This year, they will be asynchronous. This means that applicants will be able to start and complete the interview on their own time anytime between 9am and 5pm on April 18th 2024 by recording their answers. The interview will last less than an hour and must be completed in one go. 

• The length of each station will vary depending on the question. However, you can expect each station to last on average 3 minutes which includes time to read, think, and then answer the question.
• Stations are designed to evaluate the various abilities and skills of the applicant we believe are important components in becoming a health professional. The MMIs can at times include themes that may be of a sensitive or personal nature for some candidates. Clinical skills are not tested.
• Preparation for the MMIs: It is unnecessary to pay for expensive training programs. We encourage you to be confident and be yourself! As with all interviews, you are encouraged to reflect on your skills and strengths. Consider resources like your university or community career centre to learn more about the MMI format.
• Feedback on your individual performance in MMI stations will not be provided.

► The MMIs are held virtually on April 18th, 2024. They are accessible anytime between 9AM and 5PM. Please allocate at least one hour to complete the interviews. You will receive more information about the registering to interview and the system that will be used on April 15th 2024. 

It is your responsibility to be available for and to attend the interview time within the given timeframe. No repeat interview sessions or special accommodations will be arranged. A candidate who does not attend may have his or her application cancelled. 

NOTE: Candidates invited for interviews by both Medicine and Dentistry only need to attend EACH session offered by the faculties.

To CONFIRM your attendance, you must complete the following two steps:

1. ONE PIECE OF PHOTO ID: 

   • Passport (include signature page)
   • Driver's license (Canada or US only)
   • Health care card (Canadian residents only)
   • Canadian permanent residency card
   • University or college ID card (Canada or US only) *Must contain your full name, date of birth, and clear photo
   • International Student Identity Card (ISIC) *Must contain your full name, date of birth, and clear photo

2. NON-DISCLOSURE FORM: Print and read carefully the Dentistry Non-disclosure Agreement Form which sets out your obligation to maintain the confidentiality of the interview process. To be valid, the document must be signed by a witness who was present at your signing of the non-disclosure agreement form and who can attest that you have read and agreed to the terms of the form. We accept signatures from family members. Scan and upload a copy of the signed form to the Dentistry Non disclosure Agreement Form [DNDA] on your application checklist, via your Slate account. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PROCEED TO INTERVIEW WITHOUT A COMPLETED FORM.   

3. Please check your email inbox on April 16th. (Please check your junk and spam folders in case they were placed there). You should receive a registration link for the interview. After you register, you will be able to take the asynchronous online MMI on April 18th 2024.

If you have a disability or a medical condition that may affect your ability to undertake the multiple mini-interviews, please refer to our policy on accommodation for more guidance on how to request special accommodation. Please note that this includes colourblindness. Your request for accommodation needs to be sent to jenna.laurie [at] mcgill.ca (Ms. Jenna Laurie) from the Office of Student Accessibility & Achievement (SAA) within 3 days of receiving your invitation to initiate the process. Documentation from a healthcare professional or university disability accommodation service will be required.

This is an interview for admission to a professional program, so making a good first impression is important. Accordingly, we invite you to dress comfortably, but neatly.

Suggested dress code for participants: a reasonable-length skirt (no mini-skirts) or full-length trousers (no jeans) combined with a top (e.g.: a dress shirt, polo shirt, or sweater set) are considered acceptable. An informal dress with appropriate skirt length is also acceptable, or a collared shirt (such as a dress shirt or polo shirt) with dress/suit pants or trousers.  Blazers or business jackets are optional.  For all, ties are not necessary; no cargo pants, jeans, or sportswear.  No hats or baseball caps.

In short, something professional yet comfortable; where you can make a positive impression.

A cell phone can be on hand, only for use as a back-up device in case you have a technical problem. No other electronic devices are permitted.

Plain earphones/headphones or headsets are permitted for the virtual MMI.

A pen or pencil and several sheets of scrap paper. No other tools (e.g., calculator), notes or materials are permitted (virtual or other).

More information on what is and is not permitted during the interview is found in the Non-Disclosure Agreement (DNDA).

This event will not be offered for this cycle. 

If there are any urgent matters that need to be communicated on the day of the interviews, undergrad.dentistry [at] mcgill.ca (send us an email) with URGENT MMI in the subject line.

Any urgent matters that our office needs to communicate to candidates on the day of the interview will be done via this page of our website.