Tips for a Successful Scholarship Interview
The purpose of the interview is to get to know you a little better. We’re especially interested in your interpersonal and communication skills.
Get ready!
- Dress for the Interview
- Arrive on time
- Put away the cell phone
- Do not chew gum
First impressions matter!
- Take a deep breath
- Sit up straight
- If you shake hands, use a firm handshake
- Smile
- Make eye contact with the interviewers
- Speak so that you can be heard
- Try to appear confident
- Be aware of the impression your body language may convey
During the interview……
- Try to stay focused
- Listen carefully
- Speak so that you can be heard
- Answer the questions that are asked
- Answer questions honestly
- Answer questions with complete sentences
- Provide clear and direct responses
- Show energy and enthusiasm
- Show courtesy and respect
- Avoid responding with yes or no answers
Don’t forget to thank the interviewers!
There are many YouTube videos on “How to be Interviewed.” While most speak to the interviewing process when applying for a job, the advice may be equally applicable to scholarship interviews. Spend some time looking at what YouTube University has to offer so you can shine.
