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Northwestern University Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences

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Evanston, IL

Psychology Schools | Private Non-Profit

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⭐ Overall Impressions ▼

How did the interview impress you?

Most respondents were neutral about their interview.

What was the stress level of the interview?

Most respondents rated their interview as average stress.

How you think you did?

Most respondents thought they performed well at the interview.

How do you rank this school among ALL other schools?

Most respondents rank this school above all other schools.

How do you rank this school among other schools to which you've applied?

Most respondents rank this school above other schools they applied to.
0 = Below, 10 = Above
💬 Interview Questions ▼

What is one of the specific questions they asked you?

The most commonly asked questions during medical school interviews include inquiring about research projects, assessing candidate preferences such as location, and inquiring about other schools where interviews have taken place. These questions provide insights into the candidate's research experience, personal preferences, and overall application process.

What was the most interesting question?

Students said most interesting question asked at Northwestern University Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences discussed hobbies outside of psychology, along with unique interview experiences like walking by the lake instead of a traditional interview setting.

What was the most difficult question?

Students said most difficult question asked at Northwestern University Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences discussed various topics, including inquiries about other schools where they interviewed.
🤝 Interview Format and Logistics ▼

How long was the interview?

Most respondents had an interview of more than 50 minutes.

How many people interviewed you?

Most respondents were interviewed by 5 or more people.

What was the style of the interview?

Most respondents had a one-on-one interview.

What type of interview was it?

Most respondents had an open file interview.
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Was this interview in-person or virtual?

Most respondents had a virtual interview.
Data includes both pre- and post-COVID interviews.
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Where did the interview take place?

Most respondents were interviewed at the school.
📍 On-Site Experience ▼

Who was the tour given by?

Tours were most commonly given by a Faculty member

How did the tour guide seem?

Most tour guides were enthusiastic about the school.

How do you rank the facilities?

Most respondents rank the facilities as above average.

What is your in-state status?

Most respondents rank the facilities as below average.

What were your total hours spent traveling?

Most respondents spent 4-6 hours traveling to the interview.

What was your primary mode of travel?

Most respondents traveled by airplane to the interview.

About how much did you spend on room, food, and travel?

Most respondents spent less than $100.

What airport did you fly into?

Respondents who flew to the interview generally used Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Where did you stay?

Most respondents stayed either With students at the school or with students at the school.

What is the name of the hotel you stayed in?

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How would you rate the hotel?

Most respondents rated their hotel as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

Would you recommend the hotel?

Most respondents would recommend their hotel.

What is your ranking of this school's location?

Most respondents rate the school location as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What is your ranking of this area's cultural life?

Most respondents rate the area’s cultural life as good.
0 = Bad, 10 = Great

What are your comments on where you stayed?

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✅ Interview Preparation and Impressions ▼

How is the friendliness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was friendly.

How is the responsiveness of the admissions office?

Most respondents said the admissions office was responsive.

How did you prepare for the interview?

Applicants commonly prepared for the interview by reading papers sent by the Point of Contact (POI) and familiarizing themselves with faculty profiles. This allowed them to gain insight into the research and interests of the interviewers, helping them feel more confident and prepared for the interview.

What impressed you positively?

Applicants were overwhelmingly impressed by the positive and welcoming atmosphere within the department, citing friendly students and engaging professors as major highlights. Additionally, they appreciated the well-equipped research facilities, esteemed faculty members, and the beauty of the campus.

What impressed you negatively?

Applicants commonly expressed concerns about potential mismatches in personality with advisors, limited social opportunities in small programs, and worries about inadequate publishing opportunities due to overly critical professors. They suggested carefully researching potential advisors and their working styles to ensure a good fit, as well as inquiring about social and research opportunities within the program.

What did you wish you had known ahead of time?

Applicants commonly wish they had known to wear comfortable shoes or bring boots for the outdoor walking involved in the process, lasting about an hour.

What are your general comments?

Applicants generally expressed positive feedback about the one-on-one interviews with POIs and the group meetings with other professors, noting that they found the experience to be good overall.

What are your suggestions for the admissions office?

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