We get SO many questions about interviews that weve decided to consolidate some of our advice. Interviews are not the most important part of your application, so above all else: RELAX.
Relax. Really. Please Relax.
Prepare for your interview, but don rehearse. Go in sounding natural and conversational.
Look into classes you would take based on the (very specific) interests youve demonstrated throughout high school.
Do the same with campus extra-curriculars.
Don be awkward.
Dress to impress. Think Sunday best, not red carpet.
Wear a color! Express yourself (within the bounds of Sunday bestbright nail polish is A OK).
If they ask, what your favorite book, don answer with something that assigned reading.
MAINTAIN EYE CONTACT! (Youd be shocked at how many students can do this).
Greet them with a firm (albeit unharming) handshake.
Be prepared with a list of questions.
Go for a long walk before. Clear your head.
Be prepared to answer questions about what youve accomplished in high schoolfrom projects to personal growth.
Have fun. (it sounds corny, but it true).
Be ready to talk about what youre looking forward to, from free time to your intended major.
DO NOT say youre an undecided major. Speak (very specifically) about exactly where youre headed. Even if youre not really sure.
If it an alumni interview, write a thank you note and reference points of the conversation you actually had.
Be prepared to answer questions about your favorite songs, activities, and movies
Have fun. It sounds corny, but it true. If you really want to go to this school, you should have fun thinking and talking about all it has to offer.
Breathe. Seriously. The point is to connect with the interviewer. This is not a test. It a human conversation. Be a human.
Don have bad breath.
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