This is the final episode of Season 1, which covers the process of applying to PhD programs in experimental psychology. In this particular episode, we discuss what you can expect from PhD program interviews and how you can prepare for them. We cover six main topics. First, what is the purpose of program interviews? Second, what are some general tips for interviews? Third, how can you most effectively prepare for meetings with specific faculty interviewers? Fourth, how can you be ready for impromptu conversations with faculty and other department members at recruitment events? Fifth, how can you engage most effectively in other interview day activities? And sixth, how should you handle “pre-interviews” if your program of interest has them?

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Sample questions for impromptu conversations on interview day

Resource on how to ask questions during a research presentation

Additional Episodes from This Season:

Episode 1 (Introduction to the Psychology PhD):

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• Listen on Spotify

Episode 2 (Getting Organized for PhD Program Applications):

• Watch on YouTube

• Listen on Apple Podcasts

• Listen on Spotify

Episode 3 (CVs and Resumes):

• Watch on YouTube

• Listen on Apple Podcasts

• Listen on Spotify

Episode 4 (Research Experience and Recommendation Letters)

• Watch on YouTube

• Listen on Apple Podcasts

• Listen on Spotify

Episode 5 (Writing Your Statement of Purpose):

• Watch on YouTube

• Listen on Apple Podcasts

• Listen on Spotify

Credits:

Hosted by Monica Thieu

Music by Paul A. Bloom

Written by Arlene Lormestoire and Emily Nakkawita

Edited and Produced by Emily Nakkawita