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a number of graduate schools offer interviews as part of their admissions process. interviews help admissions committees determine whether your interests and abilities align with what their schools and departments have to offer. interviews might be on campus, or they might be conducted over the phone or in a group setting. take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your skills and experiences!
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1. do research in advance<\/h3>\n

make sure you\u2019re familiar with the school and program, as well as with its faculty and strengths. if the department has no faculty members who specialize in pre-colonial american history, for example, you shouldn\u2019t express that the school\u2019s reputation for pre-colonial american history led you to apply. think about how the school\u2019s program can benefit your career goals and research interests.
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2. get practice<\/h3>\n

don\u2019t walk into the interview without first having done a practice interview with a mentor or a staff member from your school\u2019s career services center. they can give you tips to help you improve your answers and your response time.
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3. prepare answers to common questions<\/h3>\n

admissions panels are interested in learning more about your academic and professional experiences, extracurricular activities, previous research projects, and career goals. you could get questions about why you\u2019re interested in your intended field, how you explored the field as an undergraduate, and what you plan to do with your future degree. be prepared to speak with confidence about these topics.
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4. brainstorm questions to ask<\/h3>\n

interviews are a two-way street \u2013 not only do they give schools a chance to get to know you better, they also give you a chance to assess schools and their offerings. think of questions that you can\u2019t easily find answers to. for example, you could ask what the department\u2019s culture is like, or why faculty chose to work at this school over others.
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5. present yourself professionally<\/h3>\n

show up to your interview early. dress professionally, and thank your interviewer(s) for their time before getting started. while you can keep your tone friendly, your language should still be formal. turn your cell phone off, or set it to silent.
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6. send a thank-you note<\/h3>\n

follow up with your interviewer after the interview and show your appreciation for the opportunity. make note of any part of the interview that stood out \u2013 for example, reaffirm your interest in your interviewer\u2019s research, or in getting involved with other projects in the department. handwritten notes are most memorable!
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