Northwestern University LLM Video Application Tips
Online Video Interviewing
Why does Northwestern Law offer an online video interview?
Interviews have long been an important part of the admissions process at Northwestern Law. Online video interviews provide a relatively easy and convenient method for our applicants across the nation and the world! For that matter, the online option affords you the flexibility to conduct the interview whenever and wherever you are able.
How do I schedule an online interview?
Soon after you have submitted your application, a member of our staff will send you a link to the online video portal. Your application will remain incomplete until you have submitted your interview responses. You will have 30 days from the date you submitted your application to complete the online video interview. We highly recommend completing your interview within two weeks of applying to minimize any processing delays of your application. After 30 days, your application will be moved forward in the process if you have not completed your online video interview.
Transfer applicants are required to complete an online video interview. Within two business days of submitting your transfer application, a member of our team will send you instructions for completing your transfer interview and a link to our online interview platform. We encourage you to submit the interview as soon as possible, but no later than the transfer application deadline.
How does the online video interview work?
Once you log onto the site, you will have the opportunity to practice recording yourself as many times as you would like. Once you are comfortable with the site, you may begin recording your responses. You will view recorded questions, all from members of the Admissions Committee and the Northwestern Law community. From there, you have only have one take to record your response to each question. The interview will consist of five unique questions that will differ from those that you received during your practice session(s).
Potential Northwestern Interview Questions
What types of questions will you ask?
The questions are designed to give us more insight into your career goals, motivation, experience, skills, empathy, and resilience. We are also interested in learning about your specific interest in Northwestern Law.
How much time will I have to think of a response and how long will I have to give my answer?
You will have 30 seconds to formulate your response and 60 seconds to provide your answer. We recommend you take advantage of the unlimited and unrecorded practice questions in order to become familiar with the process and to be more relaxed. The more you practice, the more comfortable you will feel during the interview itself.
May I re-record my responses if I am not satisfied?
Unfortunately, no. Once you begin your actual interview, you will have only one opportunity to answer each question. This is why we encourage you to take advantage of the practice session.
Interview Question Sets
QUESTION SET 1
1.
What motivated your decision to pursue law school?
2.
What are the top 3 qualities that you would attribute to your success?
3.
Tell us about a time in which you applied for a position and were informed that you were not selected. Why do you think that you were not chosen? What did you do about it?
4.
One of your classmates is having a bad day and doesn’t respond well to a professor’s questions. What would you say to help cheer them up and why?
5.
Why Northwestern?
6.
What is the one thing you want an admissions representative to know about your application?
QUESTION SET 2
1.
Why Northwestern?
2.
What do you hope to get out of your Northwestern experience?
3.
How has one of your failures led to a success?
4.
Why law?
5.
What is one thing you want the admissions committee to know about you?
6.
Describe a time when you worked with someone whose style or approach was different from yours. How did you preserve the relationship?
Some final thoughts.
Will I have access to my interview after it is submitted?
No. The only individuals who may view your responses are the members of the Northwestern Law Admissions Committee.
Where should I record my online video interview?
We recommend locating a quiet place with a good internet connection that is free from distractions. Before you get started with the practice questions, you should test the strength of your connection. If at any point you get stuck, our partner firm (Kira) provides technical support to assist you 24 hours/7 days a week.
How long is the interview?
Once you move past the practice round questions and begin your formal interview, it should take approximately 20-25 minutes to complete the actual interview.
What should I wear?
Treat the online video interview as if you are preparing for a job interview and plan to dress professionally. You may wear a suit if you wish, but business casual attire is acceptable.
The W Questions
Think about the following W questions in order to help generate ideas and keep you on track.
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4 Tips to Make your Interview Better
Tell a personal anecdote
So, why am I telling you this story?
I remember when I was at UNC…
Last week, I saw a bear crossing the street…
Rhetorical questions
What’s the biggest problem that we are facing?
So, what is the most difficult…
Well, who would want to be a…
Give a surprising or shocking stat
In the last year, 12% of…
Over 50% of households use…
On average, 85% of…
Ask the room to imagine something
Imagine that you are standing…
Picture yourself on an island…
Close your eyes and…
Silent letter words.
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NOUNS
A DEBT
A MORTGAGE
A FACTORY
A RECEIPT
A DOUBT
VERBS
TO LEND
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ADJECTIVES
SUBTLE
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