This page includes resources for interviewing with colleges or interacting with college representatives, such as at college fairs. 

Students are expected to attend at least one college fair each year, starting their sophomore year. Some colleges include interviews as part of the application process. The video below provides helpful tips to prepare for these situations.

Quick Links:

• Why interviews? (1:08)

• Do they really help? (2:15) - Pro Tip: Search for "Common Data Set [Name of College]" and scroll down to Section C7 to learn how much a specific college cares about an interview.

• Can they hurt your chances? (5:25)

• What if it's optional? (5:36)

• What Colleges are Looking For (6:13)

• How to Set One Up (7:10)

• How to Prep in an Hour (7:36)

• What to Ask the Interviewer (10:17) - Hint: Research the school's webpage, location, and College Board data first, such as here or here.

• How to Not Sound Like Everyone Else (13:50) - Hint: Here's where students' efforts to stand out can really shine.

• Techniques for Specific Questions (17:45)

• What to Wear (21:00)

• What to Take (21:21)

• Virtual Interviews (21:58)