Oxford Mock Interview
Practice 30 Oxford interview questions covering academic rigor, tutorial-style discussions, and institutional values.
Question 25 of 30
What do you feel sets you apart from other applicants?
What You Need to Know
Experienced
How to Answer
Community Answers
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Out of the nearly 24,000 people who applied for undergraduate study in 2021, only around 3,300 undergraduates were admitted; out of the over 40,000 people who applied for graduate study, about 5,500 graduates were admitted. So as you can see, admittance into Oxford is highly competitive, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't put your all in to compete for the opportunity. "Oxford is committed to recruiting the best candidates from all backgrounds and all identities."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"I very much embrace the traditions and culture of Oxford and that intellectual curiosity, ambition, and passion for my studies are integral to who I am. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and collaborating with anyone interested, and I pride myself on my academic ability. As I said, I dream of one day teaching at Oxford, and if that dream were to come true, Oxford would be a part of my identity."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
The trick to answering this question has less to do with identifying what your competition looks like and more to do with what you feel makes you unique. Oxford repeatedly emphasizes that they want students with intellectual curiosity, ambition, passion for their studies, and academic ability. They are interested in admitting those with a shared passion for their culture, history, community, architecture, and everything that makes Oxford unique. Consider this when sharing with self-awareness and pride what makes you unique, what makes you the best, and what makes you an ideal choice for Oxford.
Interview Coach
Jaymie
A real coach, not AI. I read every answer myself and write back with personalized feedback.
Typically responds within 24 hours.
0 - Character Count
Unlock All 30 Oxford Questions
Prepare for Oxford's distinctive interview style with expert responses from admissions professionals.
Get StartedJump to Question