BSN Interview Instructions

As part of our application process you must complete a recorded online video interview. This interview will be conducted through an online service called HireVue. HireVue is being utilized by the College of Nursing through The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC). While logos contain the OSUWMC brand, you are completing a recorded online video interview for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Ohio State’s College of Nursing.

Applications without a completed online video interview by the application deadline are considered incomplete and will not move forward in the review process. It may take five to seven business days for interviews to be marked as “complete” on application checklist. It may take five to seven business days for interviews to be marked as “complete” on application checklist.

 

Materials Needed

Treat this recorded online video interview as you would a face-to-face opportunity. You will need access to:

  • A computer or device equipped with a camera and microphone. For a list of supported devices, please visit HireVue’s website.
  • A quiet setting.

 

Instructions

Apply

Prior to the recorded online video interview, you must submit your application through Graduate and Professional Admissions.

Set up a log in for HireVue
  • Click on the link below to access the recorded online video interview.
  • Enter your first name, last name and email address included on your application.
  • You do not need to upload any additional documentation.
  • Once you activate your recorded online video interview invitation, you will receive an email from HireVue confirming your registration.
Practice
  • You will be given the opportunity to practice with some sample recorded online video interview questions to ensure that your webcam and microphone are working properly. We strongly recommend that you take the time to complete these steps.
  • Practice questions will not be viewed by the faculty.
  • If you experience any technical issues setting up your microphone or camera, please contact HireVue technical support.
Record your interview
  • You will have one attempt to complete this recorded online video interview.
  • You will need to click “Start Interview” to begin the questions.
  • At the start of each question, you will have a brief amount of time to read the question and prepare your response. Recording will begin automatically.
  • You will be given a specified amount of time to answer each question. A timer will be visible on the screen and will countdown. If you are able to answer the question completely prior to the set time expiring, please use the “Done Answering” button to advance to the next question.
  • After you have completed a response, you will need to click the “Next Question” button in order to advance to the next question. There are a total of three questions.
  • Remember to relax and be yourself.
Interview confirmation
  • When the interview process has been successfully completed, the interview will be marked as "Complete" on your application checklist, available through appstatus.osu.edu.
  • It may take up to five to seven business days once your interview is complete before it is marked complete on your application checklist.
  • If you have any questions about the completion of your recorded online video interview, please email nursing@osu.edu.
Technical difficulties
  • While technical difficulties are unlikely, if you do experience any, please use the “Help” button located at the bottom of the screen. You can also email support@hirevue.com or call 1-800-655-4106 for assistance. Representatives at HireVue are available 24/7 to assist you with any questions that you may have.
  • The faculty and staff at the College of Nursing are unable to confirm successful completion of the recorded online video interview. Please look for and save the confirmation email from HireVue once you have completed the interview process.
  • All other questions regarding the application or recorded online video interview can be sent to nursing@osu.edu.

 

Timeline

  1. The recorded online video interview will not become available until the application is open.
  2. You must submit your completed recorded online video interview by the published application deadline for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
  3. Recorded online video interviews will be considered as part of a complete application. Interviews will only be viewed by authorized College of Nursing faculty members and staff.

 

Recorded Online Video Interview

Go to the interview

If you have a disability and experience difficulty accessing HireVue, please contact nursing@osu.edu.