Important USA interview questions

If you are a Nepali student who has been accepted into USA universities and now you want to prepare for the interview, then you are in the right place. Today in this article, we will discuss some of the USA interview questions shared by the Nepali student who successfully cracked the interview and get some of the important points needed to successfully pass the interview. In this article, we will discuss the five important points.

1. Documents

This is not an interview question. But it’s a really important part of the interview process. Before going to the interview, you need to bring important documents like I-20, DS-160, Sevis and visa receipt fee, visa appointment letter, passport, transcript, financial documents, etc. During the interview, the visa officer might ask you to show documents like an academic transcript. If you are unable to show those specific documents at a time, then 90% of the time you will be rejected at the same time. Because it indicates that you are irresponsible. So always carry all necessary documents before going to a visa interview.

2. Why USA?

This is the first question a visa officer might ask during an interview, and it’s very important how you deliver it. You may have heard the quote that the “first impression is the last impression”. So make your visa officer impressed by the first sentence of your answer. But most of the students deliver this question in a more generic way. For instance, they start by saying that the USA is renowned for its advanced infrastructure and technology. Students do not focus on how academically important the USA is to them. So they failed to make a good impression, which is why you should always mention your purpose for going to the USA in the first sentence of your answer. For example, I want to go to the USA to pursue my bachelor. Most of the students missed this starting point. Beside that In every interview question, you must show your intention to return to your home country by mentioning how the USA can help you achieve your academic and future goals.

Real interview answer.

Well, Officer, I am going to the United States to pursue my Master Degree in Computer and Information Science. Studying in the USA will provide me with practical knowledge and hands-on experience. It has maintained a very long-lasting tradition and excellent reputation in research, especially in my field of study. Universities in the USA integrate students with current practical knowledge and involve them in meaningful research programs, and the degree obtained here is highly recognized in Nepal. Furthermore, if an international student has any problems, there are a handful of solutions provided by the dedicated international officials at different campuses. Besides this, I really like the scholarship opportunities it provides for international students.

3. Who will sponsor you?

This is also the most important interview question asked many times to the students by the visa officer. But in this question, many students do not speak confidently and are also unable to provide the financial documents. As well, students just begin with the same generic answer, like, My parents will sponsor my education for my studies, and they start to tell me what their father and mother do. But that’s not a good starting point, and visa officers do not listen to your whole answer. A visa officer might interrupt you in the middle of your answer and ask the next question. So always state your important point or the plus point of your answer at the beginning. For example, you can start with officer, I have received a merit scholarship and a graduate assistantship from the university, which together covered 90% of my tuition fees. At least by this point, the visa officer might know your plus points, and after this, you can say what your father and mother do.

Real interview answer.

Officer, I have received a merit scholarship and a graduate assistantship from the university, which together covered 90% of my tuition fees. Additionally, my parents will sponsor my education and fund my cost of living in the USA for the duration of my study. My dad is an engineering manager at Leapfrog Technology, from which he makes $22,000 per year, and my mom is a businesswoman, from which she makes $11,000 per year. Besides this, we have a savings of $45,000 for the sole purpose of my study. We also have property in Rupandehi and Gulmi. Therefore, I have sufficient financial support for my studies.

4. Why this university?

As discussed earlier, you should always start answering the question with your important plus point. So if you have any teaching assistantships or scholarships, then you should mention them at the beginning. If you have any connection with the professor, then you should mention it and also convey the message to the visa officer that you are so interested in research under the particular professor. Also, if your university has a unique course and research going on, don’t miss that point. Therefore, by mentioning these points while creating your answer, the visa officer will feel that you are a genuine student.

Real interview answer.

Officer, I have chosen Florida State University because of its excellent reputation in machine learning and well-defined course structure. During my research, I had the privilege of connecting with the chairman and professor of computer science, Dr. Thomas, prior to my application. He had a remarkable reputation and contributions in machine learning, and our discussions about machine learning and algorithms, as well as his teaching approach, have been highly motivating. Besides, the university offered me merit scholarships, and the professor, Dr. Thomas, provided me with a graduate assistantship, which together covered 90% of my tuition fees, which also makes the university more affordable than other universities.

5. Why this major, course, or program?

While answering this interview question, there is only one important point you should never miss: what made you interested in choosing the particular program, and how will you help you achieve your future goals by taking the particular major? Hence If you stated your goal and intention regarding your major, then you are good to go.

Real interview answer.

Officer, this major provides various ranges of courses. My interest in this field has been significantly increased by my previous work in machine learning. Also, this major aligns with my career aspirations and future goals. My main goal is to solve several critical issues in Nepal in the farming and health sectors. I have actively engaged in projects and conducted research in this field, which has given me valuable insights into its practical applications. But I need further in-depth knowledge of machine learning and the data science field in order to solve the issue related to the farming and health sectors. On top of that, in Nepal, every sector and service is currently witnessing a growing demand for skilled professionals in the field of technology. However, there is not enough expertise in this field yet. So, I chose this major because it will help me to develop my country in this sector as well as help me to establish myself in a nice position in Nepal.

Conclusion

These are the most important interview questions asked during the USA visa interview. The answer and tips provided in this article are very important. Because this is the real strategy shared by the Nepali student who faced his interview in January 2024. If you want more updates about USA interview preparation, then don’t forget to visit the Hamropedia website and share this article with your friends to crack the USA visa interview. If you have any questions, then feel free to reach out to me. The social links are provided in the Contact Us section.