I applied to a handful of US History PhD programs, one of which replied last month with the following:
Your application to the US History program has been sent to the committee for review. The program expects to contact applicants who are selected for an interview in early February. You will receive an email once a decision has been made.
Granted, I may not even be selected for an interview, but on the off chance that I might, what advice do you have for applicants preparing for such interviews? What notes, if any, can we bring with us? What should we be expected to discuss? Any past questions to share? Last-minute advice?
Also, do all programs require an interview? Does being called in for an interview mean you are a weaker candidate?
I would appreciate any and all advice. Thank you!
