GradScoutFunding
Interview Prep
Prepare for your professor Zoom call — know exactly what to say
Professor Call Details
Connect the Python backend to get AI-tailored questions for this specific professor. General guide shown below.
- 1Why are you interested in joining my lab specifically?
- 2What research experience do you have? Walk me through your final year project.
- 3Where do you see your research going in 5 years?
- 4Are you applying to other labs / universities?
- 5What is your GPA and English score?
- 1Are you currently accepting graduate students for next intake?
- 2What does a typical week look like for students in your lab?
- 3Is there funding available, or would I need external scholarships?
- 4What qualities do you look for in a PhD/Master's student?
- 5How do you typically supervise students — weekly meetings, etc.?
- 1Read the professor's 2–3 most recent papers before the call. Mention one specific finding.
- 2Be ready to explain your own research/final year project in 2 minutes.
- 3Ask about funding availability early but politely — it shows you're serious.
- 4Have your CV open during the call to reference specific experiences.
- 5Follow up within 24 hours with a short thank-you email.
My Notes
After the call, update the professor status in your CRM dashboard.