<p>By that logic, the interview for a job would also be the least important aspect of an application. And yet, countless people are hired or rejected based entirely in this subjective nature. There are countless things that can be faked or fabricated on a written application: essays could be copied, grades could be inflated, scores could be vapid, letters of recommendation could be lies and awards could be exaggerated. An interview, though, with a decent interviewer, cannot be faked. Any alumni willing to conduct interviews for a college takes pride in their school, and would do all in their power to ensure the quality of their interviewing. I believe that putting such little weight on the interview shows a lack of faith in both the interviewers and the candidates, and demonstrates a blindness towards the humanity of applicants. I’ve never liked how impersonal and cold the college application process is, and this policy of undervaluing the only truly human aspect of it only exacerbates that chill.</p>