{"id":5039,"date":"2021-11-16T09:27:04","date_gmt":"2021-11-16T03:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/?p=5039"},"modified":"2024-10-03T12:15:08","modified_gmt":"2024-10-03T06:45:08","slug":"tips-to-ace-your-university-interviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/tips-to-ace-your-university-interviews\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Ace your University Interviews"},"content":{"rendered":"

Transitioning from school life to university life is an entirely nerve-wracking process. Figuring out where you want to apply, exams, SOPs, college applications, and the big-hitter…University interviews. Everything about that sounds exhausting and daunting. And, let\u2019s be real here, no one, absolutely no one likes giving interviews, and if they say do, then it\u2019s a big fat lie. Interviews are never fun, and preparing for one, especially one that will dictate the course of your future and career, is just..uff..totally dreadful, and absolutely scary. <\/span>No pressure!\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

So, real talk, we aren\u2019t trying to freak you out or anything, but it is a crucial step in getting admission to your dream college. And, sometimes, the best way to deal with things is to power through them. Read on to find 10 tips to ace your university interviews and get this show on the road!<\/span><\/p>\n

Practice makes perfect<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Hate to sound repetitive, but practising really is the only way out of this. Do your research, find out the questions that are usually asked and figure out the best way to answer them. There\u2019s no getting around it, so might as well face it head-on! Don\u2019t forget to practice your answers with a mirror, and if you can grab someone to do mock interviews with, then even better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Own it\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

We mean that literally. Make the answers your own, put your essence in them, and give them a personal flair. The admissions interviewers want to see who you are, and parroting the same old response from google ain\u2019t gonna do you any good. They\u2019ve probably heard every variation to exist on the net, so give yourself the edge by coming up with original and personal answers. Honesty is the best policy here. Well, to a certain extent, don\u2019t go overboard with it either.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brush up and Buck up<\/b><\/h2>\n

You know it, we all know it, you will be asked questions regarding your subjects and area of interest. So, do yourself a favour and polish your rusted knowledge of the subject field and study about the new things happening in it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Put \u2018em Stalking Skills to good use<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you can find out who is interviewing you, then it\u2019s a good idea to research them a little. Don\u2019t be a creep though. You don\u2019t have to stalk their socials; just find info about them on the uni website<\/strong> or the net.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Be tip-top on your PS<\/b><\/h2>\n

Have your Personal Statement locked and loaded in your brain. If the interviewer refers to something in it, they most probably will; you don\u2019t want to be caught unaware, fumbling, and sitting duck. Especially if you uhm..let\u2019s say..<\/span>embellished<\/i><\/b> it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Get in some zzz<\/b><\/h2>\n

The stress will probably make it difficult to clock in the 8 hours of beauty sleep but try your hardest. Do whatever calms you before bedtime, and try to sleep in early. A proper night of rest will not only make your brain sharper but will also make you look fresher and less like a truck rolled over you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/span>Fit on point<\/b><\/h2>\n

Dress sharp, and imbibe your inner bawse persona. Put on a simple, professional, formal and <\/span>full <\/span><\/i>outfit. Translation: No skipping the trousers if your interview is online. You don\u2019t want to deal with the embarrassment if you ever end up standing up and exposing yourself. Plus, what you wear affects your subconscious body language. There\u2019s a reason it\u2019s called a power suit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t be a Hooligan\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Be calm, cool, and collected. Easier said than done, but make sure that you aren\u2019t slouching, bouncing your leg, or wringing your hands. No crassness whatsoever, and keep your phone on silent.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Slow and Steady wins the Race<\/b><\/h2>\n

Take your time to answer, no need to rush. Speak slowly, passionately and enunciate. Show off but not too much. Let the interviewer say their piece and do not interrupt them. Make eye contact and use some gestures while talking. There\u2019s no need to have a stoney body language, but don\u2019t get too crazy with it either. Use positive words and be honest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Keep \u2018em ?? ready<\/b><\/h2>\n

The interviewer is likely to ask you if you have any questions at the end and it\u2019s best that you have some. Prepare a few before the interview and don\u2019t be afraid to speak about them. It will show that you are serious, interested and prepared.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bonus<\/b><\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t break your brain with useless overthinking of what-ifs and if-onlys after the interviews. What\u2019s done is done, there\u2019s no point in wasting time thinking about it. You did your best and if didn\u2019t then use that as motivation for the next interviews.<\/span><\/p>\n

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You got this and you will totally rock it. We believe in you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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