College Interviews

Seniors: College Interview Advice

Seniors, here's our best advice for interviewing -- whether you're doing an admission office interview or an alumni interview in the coming weeks.

Take the time to reflect on who you truly are before you show up for the interview. For example, think about  what's important to you, what you're reading, which of your activities means the most to you, what event going on in the world right now has caught your attention and why?

Dress appropriately. Admission officers say by far the most frequent interview faux pas are wardrobe malfunctions.  Here's a guideline: dress like you're lunching with your grandparents.

Be on time. In fact, be a little early.

Be polite— to everyone: the receptionist, the other students and parents in the waiting room, the interviewer and your parents.

Be yourself— unless you’re chronically late or usually impolite. Colleges want to see who you really are… within limits.

Be genuine and forthcoming. Your openness and receptivity to connecting with another person is as important as the subject matter discussed.

Remember: An interview is not a test. It's a conversation. 

 

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