<p>What should I mention for Peddie, Exeter, and Lawrenceville interviews? I know that Exeter is more of a math and science school, so I’ll definitely mention my math and science, but I’m not sure for the other two.</p>
<p>There is no trick ad that is what impression I get. The best thing would be to talk about your own interests not your fake did this to get into prep school interest.</p>
<p>Unless u are a certified math prodigy, mentioning an interest in math will not make u stand out from the other 2000+ applicants</p>
<p>GMT – What do you think would count as a “certified math prodigy”? Would you think that term is reserved for IMO medalists, or is there a standard on AMC exams, on courses taken, on results in other math competitions? There are a LOT of mathy kids out there and I think it would quite difficult to figure out what level would be impressive to an AO. For a kid with a big interest, how good does the kid have to be to stand out in an applicant pool. </p>
<p>This is a generalizable question as well because I think it’s really difficult to tell what “counts” as impressive. Does a kid mention music interest if he/she is not first chair of the youth orchestra? Does a kid who is state champion at something common focus on that or minimize it because the state isn’t big enough for the local state champion to be in the top 20 in the US? In an interview situation or even in an application, there’s only so much time/space and it’s really tough to figure out what is unique/interesting/prodigy and what is ho-hum and obvious.</p>
<p>The point I am making is to BE YOURSELF in the interview and don’t waste your time trying to “game” the interview. If you are PASSIONATE about math & science, or oboe, then by all means express it, no matter what your level of expertise. But don’t mention it just because you think the AO wants to hear it.</p>
<p>Simply mentioning u are good at math & science will not make u stand out. Describing how you demonstrated your PASSION for math & science, or oboe, will.</p>
<p>I agree with GMTplus7. Talk about what interests you and why. That is more important than what you think an AO wants to hear. They want to know who you are. If you are interested in math then talk about it. Don’t worry about the perceived reputation of a school in one area or another.</p>