You have sent in your college application and now it is time for the college
interview. You are nervous because you are not sure what they will ask you. You
want to do well in your interview because it could affect your chances of
earning a college scholarship. Calm your nerves by reading this list of typical
college interview questions and tips on how to prepare for the interview.
Ten Common College Interview Questions
- What are your best qualities?
- Why do you want to attend this University?
- What are your college education goals?
- What are your future career aspirations?
- What person has influenced you the most?
- What experience has influenced you the most?
- What value can you add to this University?
- What extracurricular activities are you involved in?
- What would your teachers say about you?
- What would you like to know about this University?
The list of possible interview questions is endless, but this is a good snippet
of questions. College admission guides and resource materials can provide you
with more questions. Also seek out your school guidance and/or career counselor
for more information. Tips on How to Answer the College Interview Questions
- Spend time answering typical interview questions at home before you
attend the interview. This will help to organize your thoughts and minimize
the number of times you will feel caught off guard. Note: Do not "rehearse"
answers as your interviewer will know that you have memorized your answers!
- It is important that you answer questions honestly.
- Take your time when answering questions so you can think them
through. A great stalling technique to give you more time to think is to
repeat the question.
- Avoid putting yourself down or self deprecation.
- Try to establish a positive rapport with the interviewer.
- Make sure to write down the name, title, and contact information
of the interviewer so you can send them a thank you note and follow up after
the interview.
- Dress nicely and appropriately.
- Be at 15 minutes early to the interview.
- Smile!
Follow these tips and you will improve your chances of success. This will help
you to start your college education off on a high note. A successful college
interview might earn you that college scholarship you were looking for. Gain
money for college by acing your interview.
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