Schools Math/Stat PhD Program Phone Interviews - Info & Prep

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Math and Statistics PhD programs typically do not conduct phone interviews as part of their admissions process. Unlike Biology PhD programs, which often utilize phone or in-person interviews, Math programs generally rely on application materials such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, and personal statements to assess candidates. While some programs may occasionally use phone interviews, it is not a common practice in the field of mathematics and statistics. Preparing for a phone interview may not be necessary for applicants to these programs.
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Do most (or any) Math/Stat PhD programs do phone interviews? A friend of mine who is applying to Biology PhD programs had a phone interview. I just wanted to prepare a little bit, just in case.
 
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I don't think they want a phone interview. I think bio programs just like doing in person or phone interviews. I don't think math programs do this.
 

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