The purpose of the college interview is to find out what is unique and distinct about a college and for the college to find out what is unique and distinct about you.
Many colleges enlist their alumni to help recruit candidates.
Alumni interviews may be held in the homes of alumni, or alumni representatives may visit your high school. If you are interested in arranging an alumni interview, call or write to the admissions office. Following the interview, the alumni representative will send an evaluation report to the college admissions office for consideration along with your other credentials. Group Interviews Group interviews for students and their parents are often conducted during college visits. An admissions staff member presents a brief overview of the college's history, curricular offerings, and campus activities, after which prospective applicants may ask questions.