I applied online. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY) in Jan 2021
Interview
I had to answer three questions in a one-sided video recording interview where you get 90 seconds to prepare and 3 minutes to answer. You only get one shot so perhaps practice answering succinctly ahead of time :)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. Why Columbia Engineering?
2. What's your greatest academic weakness?
3. What are your hobbies and interests?
easy, just introduce myself and why you want to apply Columbia, what you want to do in the future and how can this program help you to achieve your goal?
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
what you want to do in the future and how can this program help you to achieve your goal?
1. Application & Screening
Resume/ATS Review: Recruiters or automated systems check your application against the job description.
Initial Screening Call: Often 15–30 minutes with HR or a recruiter to confirm your background, motivation, and availability.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Columbia University? How do you see yourself in 5 years?
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY) in Jan 2025
Interview
Three questions randomly asked , and answer within 2 minutes. Most questions are more like getting know more about you. Not very hard.this automated meeting is only you and the camera.
