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University of Western Ontario Graduate Program Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.2 Rounds average
Easy Typical difficulty
100% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at University of Western Ontario.

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Graduate Student

Research · a year ago

Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Group Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation

I met directly with the principal investigator of the lab, and we took a tour of the lab facilities. I also met the other graduate students who I would be working with. The interview concentrated on my research background and the techniques I already knew and hoped to learn in grad school.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Can you elaborate on your prior research involvements?
  • What research methods are you familiar with, and what are you looking to learn during your graduate studies?
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University of Western Ontario

Graduate Student

Other

Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral

MDA interview include: Why this program? How do you handle challenges? Can you use a experience to show your communication skill and how to work in a team

Confirmed questions3 questions
  • Why are you interested in this program?
  • Describe a time you faced a challenge and how you handled it.
  • Share an experience that demonstrates your communication and teamwork skills.
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University of Western Ontario

Graduate Student

Research

Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation

The interview process kicked off with a formal application and ensuring academic minimums were met. After that, I met with a potential supervisor and other faculty members to make sure we were a good fit for research and the team culture. The department did a good job showing off all the research they're doing, introducing me to other students, and talking about work-life balance. We finished the day with a relaxed dinner with the supervisor and the department head.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Could you tell me about your research interests?

University of Western Ontario Graduate Program Interview Questions

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What research methods are you familiar with, and what are you looking to learn during your graduate studies?

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Can you elaborate on your prior research involvements?

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Which classes are relevant to this role that you've taken?

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Describe a time you faced a challenge and how you handled it.

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 5 University of Western Ontario interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 50%
Presentation 30%
Technical 20%

Interview difficulty

Easy 80%
Average 20%
Difficult 0%

Candidate experience

Positive 100%