Read through the viewbook (and catalog, if you can). You should have some general knowledge about
the school in your head. Nothing is more of a turn-off to an interviewer than having to answer basic
questions like “How many students do you have?” and “Do you have a Biology major?”.

On the other hand, you should prepare questions to ask the interviewer. Some of your questions may be
generic that you will ask at all of your schools; for example: “If I’m having trouble in a course, where can
I get help?” or “I’m thinking about going to law school after college. What kind of placement record does
your school have? What kind of support does the college offer?”
Other questions should be college specific to show your interest in that particular college as well as to
show that you have done some research. Examples:
“I was excited to learn that you offer an Internship Program. Can you participate as an underclassman?
How are they arranged? What kinds of internships have students with my major pursued?…”
“I was reading about your…can you tell me more…”
You may wish to write your questions down on note cards to take with you to the interview. If you are
nervous and have trouble remembering your questions, you can refer to your note cards. Your questions
should include a mix of questions about academic concerns, activities, campus life, etc.
See the list of questions that you could be asked. Think about your responses.

DRESS

Dress neatly, but be yourself. If you are not comfortable, you will not interview well and that is, after all,
the primary point of the interview. Boys should wear a shirt with a collar (as opposed to a tee shirt).
Sweaters, ties and jackets look nice, but are not mandatory. Girls should remember that they will most
likely be taking a walking tour before or after the interview. This is not a time to wear high heels. Wear
comfortable flats or boots – skirts or nice slacks are appropriate. Avoid distracting jewelry – jangling
bracelets and very large earrings can make it difficult for the interviewer to concentrate on what you’re
saying. And of course, be clean – hair, fingernails, etc.