<p>I agree that the on campus interview is not a big deal. D visited Rice without an interview just to get the feel of the place and than had an alumni interview “at home”. By then she was sure Rice was her first choice and could think about what she wanted to know from an alumnus (a local physician). I think it worked out very well (she’s a current Rice student). These interviews are very much a two-way street. The interviewer gets to know you, but they also want to sell you on Rice and are happy to answer questions about Rice and their time there. Rice alums are very proud of their institution and love to talk it up!</p>