미국 대학 인터뷰 예상 질문 및 답변

해마다 신기록을 세우고 있는 미국 대학 입시 경쟁에서 그 무엇 하나 놓칠수가 없다.  

지원자는 문서로 제출하는 모든 대입원서는 물론 직접 만남으로 본인을 보여줄 수 있는 인터뷰 기회를 잘 활용해야 한다.

잘 준비된 인터뷰를 통해 지원자의 인간적인 면모를 보여줌으로써 대입원서에서 드러나는 것 이상으로 지원자의 성격에 대해서도 파악할 수 있기 때문이다.

모든 대학이 인터뷰를 입시의 한 요소로 실시하는 것은 아니다. 그러나 엘리트 대학 중 상당수는 필수 또는 선택 사항으로 인터뷰를 진행한다.

인터뷰 의사를 밝힌 지원자는 일반적으로 대학 관계자 또는 동문과 온라인 또는 오프라인 인터뷰를 갖게 된다. 지원자는 인터뷰어의 질문에 대한 답변과 본인의 질문도 전략적으로 준비해야 한다.  

인터뷰어가 어떤 질문을 할지 정확히 알 수는 없다. 그러나 예상 가능한 질문을 생각하고 어떻게 답변할지 준비해야 한다.  

미국 교육정보 기관 코세라 (Coursera)는 5가지 유력한 인터뷰 질문과 샘플답변을 다음과 같이 소개했다.

1. Why do you want to attend (name of the college or university)? 

질문의 핵심: Why would you make a good addition to our school?

답변: I want to attend (name of college or university) because I'm interested in pursuing political science as a major. My uncle, Steve Harrison, got his bachelor's in political science here, and he told me that the program offers a wide range of interesting classes and the professors have a caring, hands-on approach to education.

기타 관련질문: 

How can you contribute to (name of college or university)?

What made you apply to (name of college or university)?

2. Can you tell me about a person who has influenced your life? 

질문의 핵심: Are you able to tell me about someone you admire in a natural and meaningful way?

답변: More than any other person, my mother has had the most influence on me to this point. She developed rheumatoid arthritis before I was born, and she has dealt with her many challenges with strength, courage, and grace. When my life gets challenging, I try to follow her example.

기타 관련질문: 

Tell me about someone you admire.

Who has been your greatest influence?

3. If you could change your academic history in one way, what would it be? 

질문의 핵심: Can you answer an uncomfortable question in an honest and sincere way?

답변: If I could change one thing about my academic past, I would have taken more writing courses in high school. I've really come to appreciate the importance of good writing skills for school and work, so I've picked out several writing courses I plan to take while I'm here. 

기타 관련질문:

If you could, would you make any changes to your education so far?

Tell me a little bit about your high school experience.

4. Is there anything else you'd like for me to know about you? 

질문의 핵심: What last impression would you like to leave us with?

답변: Yes. Thank you for asking. I think I have a lot to contribute to (name of college or university). I grew up on an organic farm, and my parents supplied produce to several nearby restaurants. I've learned the value of hard work and a healthy lifestyle, and I think I'll be a positive influence on my roommate and classmates at (name of college or university).

기타 관련질문:

Do you have anything else you'd like to add?

Tell me one more thing you'd like for me to know about you.

5. Do you have any questions for me? 

질문의 핵심: How much do you really care about attending this school?

답변: I'll be traveling across the country to attend school here, so I'll be far away from friends and family. Can you tell me how (name of college or university) encourages a healthy social life for students and fosters a sense of belonging? 

기타 관련질문:

What else can I tell you about (name of college or university)?

Have I answered all of your questions?

추가 가능성 높은 질문은 다음과 같다. 

What strengths can you bring to (name of the college or      university)?

What do you like to do in your spare time?

What are two of your favorite books?

Can you describe one of your most important achievements?

Why have you decided to major in (subject)?

Can you describe an obstacle you've overcome and how you did it?

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