I'm interested in Holy Cross and would like to prepare for their interview process. Can anyone share what their experience was like and what kind of questions to expect?
From what I've heard, the College of Holy Cross interview is an alumni interview, which means you'll likely be meeting with a graduate of the school. They want to hear about your academic interests, your extracurricular activities, why you're applying to Holy Cross, and how you can contribute to their community. Some common questions might be:
- Why are you interested in Holy Cross?
- What do you plan to major in, and why?
- Which of your extracurriculars has had the most impact on you and why?
- Can you discuss a book, article, or movie that has deeply affected you recently, and why?
- Can you explain a challenge you encountered and how you addressed it?
Remember, the interview is not only for them to get to know you but for you to get to know the college as well. It's entirely fine to ask questions about the school or about the interviewer's experience when they studied at Holy Cross.
Finally, don't forget to be yourself during the interview. It's natural to be nervous, but try to speak naturally and let your personality shine through. This is a chance for you to step out of the pages of your application and let the admissions team see what you're like as an individual that cannot be shown just by your application. Make the most of it!
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