An Insider Guide To Acing Your College Interview

The college interview is an important step in the application process. It's your chance to make a strong impression on the admissions committee and show them why you're the right fit for their school. Preparing for your interview can help you feel more confident and prepared on the big day.

Here are a few tips to help you ace your college interview:

Perfect Prep: An Insider’s Guide to Acing Your College Interview

by Ethelyn Geschwind

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1. Do your research. Before you go on your interview, make sure you know as much as you can about the school. This includes things like the school's history, academics, student life, and location. You should also be familiar with the school's mission statement and values. This will help you answer questions about why you're interested in the school and how you would contribute to the community.
2. Be yourself. The admissions committee wants to get to know the real you. Don't try to be someone you're not. Be honest and authentic in your answers. The admissions committee will be able to tell if you're being fake, and it will hurt your chances of getting in.
3. Be prepared to talk about your accomplishments. The admissions committee will want to know what you've accomplished in high school. This could include things like your grades, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and awards. Be prepared to talk about your accomplishments in detail and explain how they've helped you grow as a person.
4. Be prepared to talk about your interests. The admissions committee will also want to know what you're interested in. This could include things like your hobbies, your favorite subjects, and your career goals. Be prepared to talk about your interests in detail and explain why they're important to you.
5. Be prepared to ask questions. Asking questions at the end of your interview shows that you're interested in the school and that you're taking the interview seriously. Prepared some questions ahead of time and ask them if you have the opportunity.

The Interview Day

On the day of your interview, make sure you arrive on time and dress appropriately. You should also be polite and respectful to everyone you meet.

During your interview, the admissions committee will likely ask you a variety of questions. These questions could be about your academic record, your extracurricular activities, your interests, or your career goals. Be prepared to answer these questions in detail and honestly.

The admissions committee will also likely ask you about your reasons for wanting to attend their school. Be prepared to answer this question in a way that shows why you're a good fit for the school and what you would contribute to the community.

After your interview, thank the admissions committee for their time and send them a thank-you note. This will help you stay on top of their minds and show them that you're still interested in attending their school.

The college interview is an important step in the application process. By preparing for your interview and following the tips above, you can increase your chances of making a strong impression on the admissions committee and getting into the college of your choice.

Perfect Prep: An Insider’s Guide to Acing Your College Interview

by Ethelyn Geschwind

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1777 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	130 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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