Most Common High School Interview Questions?

What questions should I expect if I'm about to interview for a high school program or a college? Are there any standard ones?

Absolutely! Most high school and college interviews will cover a number of standard topics and often start with a few 'get to know you' type questions. Below are a few common ones you might encounter:

1. "Can you tell me a little about yourself?"

While it sounds open-ended, this question is a great opportunity to highlight some of your passions, interests, or experiences that align with the program or college you're interviewing for.

2. "Why are you interested in our program/school?"

This is your chance to demonstrate your knowledge about the school or program and express why it is a good fit for you.

3. "What are your academic interests?"

This question aims to understand your intellectual pursuits and how they align with the opportunities the school or college offers.

4. "Can you tell me about a challenge you've faced and how you overcame it?"

This question assesses your problem-solving skills and resilience. Be honest, reflect on what you learned from the experience, and how it helped you grow.

5. "How do you contribute to your current school/community?"

Here, you can discuss any extracurricular activities or leadership roles that have allowed you to make a positive impact on your community.

6. "What do you do in your free time?"

This question aims to understand more about your passions and interests outside of school.

7. "Where do you see yourself in five/ten years?"

While you don’t need a detailed life plan, this question assesses your ability to set and work towards goals.

Remember, each interview question offers an opportunity to demonstrate your unique qualities and show how you could contribute to and benefit from the school or program. Preparing answers to these common questions can help you feel more at ease during the actual interview. It's also a good idea to prepare a few questions of your own to ask at the end to demonstrate your interest and engagement.