<p>My D feels she had a fabulous interview with a school that is a bit of a reach for her. She does tend to do well in interview settings but she really felt this one was unusually good - she was the last interviewee out, the interviewer brought her over to speak with someone else …</p>
<p>Do schools really use interviews in admissions? Or are they just for show?</p>
<p>Anyone have a feel for that?</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>The answer depends on the school. To find out how each college reports that it treats interviews, you can do an internet search for the name of the college and “common data set.” Section C contains a chart that states how the college treats many factors, including interviews, demonstrated interest and geographic location.</p>
<p>Most colleges have a specific thread on CC (under “Colleges” under “Top Forums” on the left), where you can read what others have written about that specific college.</p>
<p>At most schools, it carries little weight. Many times the interview is designed to be for the benefit of the interviewee (get their questions answered, hear about unique experiences, etc) which in the end increases the school’s yield.</p>