What are some common Stanford undergraduate interview questions?

Hey guys, I got an interview for Stanford, which I'm really excited about! I'm a little bit nervous though. Anyone know what kind of questions they usually ask during undergraduate interviews? Any advice would be great! Thanks!

Congratulations on landing the interview for Stanford! While each interviewer may have their own unique list of questions and interview formats, here are some common questions that tend to come up during the undergraduate interviews at Stanford:

1. Could you tell me more about yourself and your background?

2. Why are you interested in Stanford, and what do you think makes it a good fit for you?

3. What do you plan to study, and why did you choose that major?

4. Can you talk about a specific academic or extracurricular accomplishment that you're proud of and how it has impacted you?

5. Describe a challenging situation you faced and how you overcame it.

6. What do you enjoy doing in your free time or what hobbies or passions do you pursue outside of your academics?

7. How have you contributed to your high school or community?

8. Can you discuss an intellectual or creative project that you've worked on?

9. What are your plans and aspirations for the future, both academically and personally?

10. Do you have any questions about Stanford that I can help answer?

You can also find a more extensive list of questions that commonly pop up in college interviews in general on CollegeVine's blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/15-major-college-interview-questions-to-prepare-for. This post also contains examples of what a strong response to each question would look like.

To prepare for the interview, I recommend reflecting on your academic, extracurricular, and personal experiences to develop thoughtful answers to the common questions listed above. Practice speaking about these topics in a concise and engaging manner. Additionally, researching Stanford's unique traditions, values, and academic opportunities can help you provide specific details when talking about why you're interested in the university.

If you want to get a more concrete idea of what to expect from your Stanford interview, consider checking out this blog post from CollegeVine, where one former applicant to Stanford recounts her experience: https://blog.collegevine.com/stanford-interview-what-its-like. While every interview is different, having at least a general picture of what it'll look like can help calm your nerves.

Finally, remember, the interview is a conversation, so be prepared to engage in a genuine, thoughtful discussion. Show enthusiasm, be yourself, and demonstrate your passion for Stanford and how it will help you achieve your future goals. Good luck!