What is the interview process for studying in the United States?

(1) DIY application means that the applicant directly submits an application to an American university. Due to the complicated application procedures for studying abroad, a large number of materials need to be submitted. Applicants need to comprehensively consider the advantages and disadvantages of American universities, application standards, qualified language test scores, qualified application materials preparation and various problems and difficulties they may face while making reasonable arrangements for their study and work. DIY application is generally suitable for people with excellent conditions, relevant application experience and sufficient time and energy. But it is risky, time-consuming and the application policy is not fully understood!

(2) study abroad agency, that is, the applicant can pay the fee of study abroad agency, and the agency will arrange all applications on his behalf. Although this method is relatively simple, it does not require the applicant to make great efforts. However, the following points should be noted:

1) study abroad agency qualification. That is, it has been filed in official website, Ministry of Education. When choosing a reliable intermediary, we must conduct a comprehensive investigation.

2) Study abroad consulting institutions: that is, they provide systematic services to applicants like study abroad intermediaries and charge a certain fee. General study abroad consulting institutions provide specialized study abroad services from language training and examination training. Different from study abroad agents, study abroad consultation advocates transparent and open services. However, when choosing consulting institutions for studying abroad, field visits and word of mouth are worthy of attention.

2. Take the exam for studying abroad

There are two kinds of study abroad exams. One is the language test, which mainly examines the applicant's English ability. The second category is the entrance examination, which focuses on the research ability of the applicant's professional category.

① Language test

1) TOEFL (English full name test for English as a foreign language)

The examination sponsored by the Education Examination Service Center is specially used to test the English level and proficiency of students from non-English speaking countries. At present, schools in the United States, Canada, Britain, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Austria, Singapore, Japan, South Africa, Hong Kong and other countries and regions all recognize TOEFL scores.

2) IELTS (English is the International English Language Testing System).

It is an international English proficiency test jointly organized by the British Council, the Local Examinations Board of Cambridge University and the Australian Agency for International Education and Development. Mainly recognized by Commonwealth countries (Britain, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, etc.). ), and now some American universities have recognized IELTS scores.

② entrance examination

1)GRE (English full name: GRE) is an American graduate entrance examination, which is suitable for graduate students in various disciplines and majors except law (LSAT score required) and business (GMAT score required). It is an important basis for American graduate schools to select and train senior research talents, and it is also one of the important reference conditions for university graduate schools to decide whether to provide scholarships to applicants.

2)GMAT (English full name: graduate management admission test, abbreviated as GMAT) is a test commissioned by the Graduate Entrance Examination Committee of American business schools in the educational testing service. Universities in the United States, Britain, Australia and other countries all evaluate whether an applicant is suitable for business or economic management graduate students through GMAT test scores, so as to decide whether to accept them.

3)LSAT (English full name Law School Admission Test) is an entrance qualification examination formulated by the Law School Admission Committee of American Law School. Most of these law schools are located in American States, and a few are located in Canada. Almost all law schools require applicants to submit LSAT scores. As one of the main conditions for law school to evaluate applicants, LSAT score is a very important measure.

4)SAT (Academic Assessment Examination) is an academic level examination held by the Education Examination Service Center. SAT is one of the important reference indexes for American universities to decide on admission and evaluation of scholarships. SAT is divided into two parts: sat ⅰ and sat ⅱ, in which sat ⅰ is a reasoning test and sat ⅱ is a special test.

5)ACT (abbreviation of American College Examination) is one of the important reference indexes for American colleges and universities to decide to admit and evaluate scholarships. ACT is also recognized by many American universities, but most of them are in the midwest.

3. Prepare application materials

1) standardized test scores (official transcripts such as TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT and GRE)

2) Transcript of senior high school/university/postgraduate stage (stamped by the academic affairs office of the school or notarized by a professional institution)

3) Resume

4) Personal statement or article

5) Letter of recommendation (preferably a well-known professional professor or company intern or senior leader)

6) Degree certificate/diploma or proof of studying.

7) Property right certificate

8) Other materials (copy of scholarship certificate, copy of award-winning certificate of international competition, copy of published academic papers, research plan of professional direction, etc. )

4. Magnetization and interview

1) What is "magnetism"? That is, when waiting for the offer, communicate with the professor by email, telephone and MSN. In order to get information, express yourself and win scholarships. In the process of magnetization, we need to think carefully about the way of magnetization, grasp some details at the same time, and finally do it persistently.

2) Interview refers to understanding students' communication ability and verifying the authenticity of the information in the application materials through remote meeting and on-site interview with the applicant before the formal offer is issued by the school. Finally, introduce the situation of the school to students and understand their real interest in the school. Interview plays a very important and even decisive role in the admission process of American universities.

5. Visa preparation

Visa is the last step in the whole process of applying for studying in the United States. Generally speaking, applicants can pass safely. But there are exceptions, so we should be prepared to face American interviewers with the best face and positive attitude.

Because studying abroad requires a visa of F 1, the principle is:

1) applicants must prove their ability to become full-time students in the United States.

2) Applicants must also prove that the sole purpose of their short stay in the United States is to complete their studies in established academic institutions. In particular, it is necessary to rule out immigration tendencies.

3) Applicants must also prove that they have the ability to pay the tuition and living expenses required during their stay at school.