Very comfortable yet professional. They seem to care more about whether you fit in rather than how impressive your resume may be. This is a huge green flag. I was also told that although previous experience for certain things was preferred, it is not a deal breaker. Techniques can always be taught.
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I don't remember very well, but I remember that they differ based on the professor interviewing you.
I interviewed at Northeastern University (Boston, MA)
Interview
No interview. Only two recommendation letters required because transfer from another US university. Bureaucracy required personal interaction and multiple phone calls and emails with international student office and assistant in department.
I interviewed at Northeastern University (Boston, MA)
Interview
Fairly quickly, usually candidates are invited to come tour the campus and meet professors before they are committed into a lab. As an international student the office of international students was really helpful in getting travel documents rady
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Question 1
WHy do you want to come to NEU and what are your expectations after you graduate with your degree?