University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Graduate Program Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Graduate Student
Intern Easy Neutral experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
It was good. I met with the people I'd be working with and we talked about research and teaching interests. I heard back in March, about 1-2 months after I applied.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your background and what you hope to achieve in this program?
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Graduate Student
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
Applied online and had one Zoom interview. No assessments were given. The interview focused on your undergraduate grades and how you can demonstrate interest even if you don't feel it.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me extensively about yourself?
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Graduate Student
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process included a behavior interview where they asked about my personal statement, my 10-year plan, my short-term goal, my long-term goal, if I'm a team player, and to share some experiences. They also asked if I've ever been a leader before.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- What is your motivation for applying to this major?
- Could you describe any challenges you have encountered?
- Can you elaborate on your personal statement?
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Graduate Program Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign interview reports.
“What would you do if you saw a classmate struggling?”
Read reports →“What are your aspirations for the next decade?”
Read reports →“How would you approach teaching undergraduates?”
Read reports →“What is your motivation for applying to this major?”
Read reports →“What are your immediate goals?”
Read report →“What are your long-term objectives?”
Read report →“Can you elaborate on your personal statement?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your background and what you hope to achieve in this program?”
Read report →“Can you discuss your prior laboratory experience?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign interview reports.