interview Index
December 31, 2008
Every few years there's a new series of books on dating that discourage you from showing any interest whatsoever in the person you want to date. You probably know how that works -- don't be the first to call, don't act too excited to go out, NEVER be the first to admit you like the other person. Getting into college is generally considered the exact opposite. The more enthusiastic you are about a college, the more they want you.
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July 23, 2008
It is never too early to start planning, and never too late to start making preparations! Our step-by-step guide provides a comprehensive timeline that students and parents can use to chart their college admissions journey. This virtual calendar will be updated throughout the year as new deadlines pop-up, so bookmark it and keep up to date!
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June 23, 2008
Most colleges have some department like this, staffed by guidance counselor/librarian types. It's meant to fill the advice gap that developed when you left behind your parents, high school teachers and the administrators who know you. One of the most startling things about college is that there's no one to check up on you. This is nice if you've skipped class or aren't paying your library fines, but it puts all the responsibility on you when it comes to deadlines and meeting requirements.
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June 05, 2008
It's almost September and the start of another busy fall semester. If you are a Junior or a Senior, you know that this is the time of year when college representatives are in your hometown. They are either visiting your school, having evening receptions, or attending local college fairs. This is an excellent way to get information without visiting the campus. It is also an opportunity to make a great impression on the admissions officer who may be evaluating your application in a few short months.
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May 07, 2008
If you do poorly on the SAT, you're like a deflated basketball - it's hard for you to bounce back. I suspect that many schools have an SAT score cutoff point, so if you don't do well, they may not even look at your application. Graduate schools are a different kettle of fish. It's like auditioning for MTV's The Real World. You have to convince them that you'll be an asset to their program while you're there, and as my mother puts it, a good ambassador for them once you graduate. You have to be unique and different, but fundamentally the same as them - they want to feel connected to you and know that you share the same values (not moral values, but work ethic, dedication and so forth) but also think you bring something different to the table.
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April 30, 2008
A college admissions interview doesn't have to be a nerve-wracking experience. You'll make the best impression if you're relaxed. Get comfortable with some typical interview questions before you sit down for a face-to-face with the admissions interviewer and ease your anxiety. Practice what to say to these common interview questions. No matter what questions you're asked in your interview, think of the interview as a conversation. Relax and act like yourself. It's important to anticipate what questions you'll be asked and prepare answers. Don't just recite the answers you prepare, but take time to think them over and sound natural.
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