Non-Permissible Interview Questions

Questions that relate to gender, race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disabilities are not allowed, unless the employer can demonstrate that they relate to a bona fide requirement for the job.

William & Mary does not consider current salary in the selection process.

The following are examples of non-permissible interview questions:      

• What is your nationality?
• What country were you born in?
• Where are your parents from?
• Are you a member of a minority group?
• Are you a United States citizen?
  •  May ask - Are you able to provide proof of employment eligibility? 
• How old are you?
• What year did you graduate from high school or college?
• Do you regularly attend church?
• What faith are you?       
• As a woman/man how would you handle working with a team comprised of mostly men/women?
• Do you plan on getting married?
• Do you have any children?
• Do you have any disabilities? How does your condition affect your abilities?        
  • May ask - Can you perform the tasks/duties of the job?
• Have you ever been arrested?
  • May ask - Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
• What is your current salary?       
  • May ask - Does the following hiring range meet your expectations?