I applied through college or university. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, VA) in Mar 2015
Interview
It was more like a recruitment meeting than an interview, where the department gathered the best candidates, and were trying to convince them to join the program. It wasn't until late in that afternoon, that we had a short meeting were they actually asked a few questions and presented their offer.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, VA) in Mar 2021
Interview
The interview is quite simple via Zoom. Another senior phd student also joins the interview. Professor is very friendly and make a self-introduction on him and his research team first.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Professor asks what is your research background and interest and why do you want to join his group. There is no specific technical challenging questions.
I applied online. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at Virginia Tech
Interview
Skype interviews and questions about research interest. After reviewing academic credential faculty shortlisted students. Then take an interview one by one and select whos interest matches his one.
Skype interviews and questions about research interest. After reviewing academic credential faculty shortlisted students. Then take an interview one by one and select whos interest matches his one.
we discussed my background and my previous research experience. We also have discussed my future plan. What kind of research I interested in and what kind of job I wanted to pursue in the future.
