lthough nursing programs strive to develop holistic admissions processes, evaluating applicants based on grades and test scores as well as in-person interviews, this process may not always be logistically or financially reasonable. Nursing programs can use virtual interviews to enhance diversity within their programs while maintaining the integrity of the admissions process. Although in-person, holistic interviewing allows for measurement of critical thinking, communication skills, and ethical integrity, virtual interviewing is becoming popular among organizations and universities, as it is less expensive, is more convenient, and can reach broader audiences. 1 In March 2020, student services for colleges and universities in the United States transitioned to a virtual environment because of rising concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. This decision impacted the admission interviewing plans for many nursing programs. Before this directive, the College of Nursing (CON) of a large, public research university in the southeast region of the United States was preparing for approximately 400 in-person interviews for the upcoming baccalaureate program cohorts.

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