<p>Well, I think “demonstrated interest” comes in many forms besides an interview. Colleges that are not interested in “demonstrated interest” do not have questions like “Why Carleton?” on their application supplemental. </p>
<p>As for interviews that involve cost, time and inconvenience, I think the short of it is that regional alumni interviews generally solve that for most. The long of it, I’ll set up as another thread so that we don’t spiral off-topic.</p>