How common are interviews for PhD programs (neuro psych)?

[Jvcxk]

Does anyone know how common it is for applicants to phd programs in neuropsychology to be invited for an interview (as opposed to accepted merely on the basis of their application, with no interview?)

Also, any idea whether, for a given program, a stronger applicant may be accepted directly while a more on-the-fence applicant may be more likely to interview? (Or is it that programs either do or do not interview candidates?)

I hope this isn't too confusing, thanks!

[Arcadian]

How common are interviews for PhD programs (neuro psych)?

Very common

Edit: Hold on, are you referring to clinical neuropsychology or experimental? If clinical, I don't know much about those programs. If experimental, the term "experimental neuropsychology" has gone out of favor, being replaced with "cognitive neuroscience."

Also, any idea whether, for a given program, a stronger applicant may be accepted directly while a more on-the-fence applicant may be more likely to interview?

Not sure, but I think they're supposed to interview everyone who is being considered for acceptance.

Edited December 9, 2012 by Arcadian

[Jvcxk]

My mistake, I'm referring to (experimental) neuroscience programs within the psychology department - cognitive neuroscience/behavioral neuroscience/ integrative neuroscience - all the various permutations.

Thanks for the info though!