University of Alberta MMI: format, dates and how to prepare for 2027

The interview

For 2027 entry, University of Alberta interviews applicants with a multiple mini interview (MMI), held virtually.¹ Its listed interview dates: 2027-03-06 to 2027-03-07.

Tests and requirements

• Doesn’t require Casper.²
• Uses MCAT minimums only.³

Key dates

Oct 2, 2026

Deadline, 1:00 PM MT

Mid-February 2027

Interview invitations

Feb 1, 2027

Graduate degree additional-points deadline

Mar 6, 2027

Interviews

Apr 15, 2027

Graduate degree additional-points deadline

Dates from official admissions sources.¹

How to prepare

An MMI is a series of short, timed stations, each with its own interviewer and scenario. The AAMC describes typical MMIs as 6 to 10 stations of about five minutes each, though timing varies by school.⁴ Practice reading a prompt, deciding your position quickly, and talking through the issue, the people involved, what you’d do and why.

For a virtual interview, the AAMC recommends a computer or tablet over a phone, with the camera at eye level.⁵

Expect to be asked why University of Alberta. Its mission is a good place to start: “The University of Alberta's MD Program develops diverse, competent, and compassionate physician leaders to serve the health needs of Alberta, northern communities, and Canada through adaptive innovation and social accountability.”⁶ Connect it to something specific you’ve done.

For requirements, statistics, deadlines and tuition, see the full University of Alberta profile in Sandbox Atlas.