I'm curious about the application process for Ivy League schools. Do they offer interviews for every applicant, or is it more selective? I'm trying to figure out how interviews factor into the admissions process.
The interview policies vary throughout the Ivy League. Here's a quick rundown:
1. Brown University: Brown used to offer optional alumni interviews, but now invites applicants to create a two-minute personal video introduction as an additional component of their application.
2. Columbia University: Columbia does not offers interviews as part of the application process.
3. Cornell University: Video interviews are required for individuals applying to Cornell's Architecture program located in their College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, but are otherwise unavailable for any other undergraduate programs.
4. Dartmouth College: Dartmouth typically offers interviews to first-year applicants, and works to offer them to as many applicants as possible.
5. Harvard University: Harvard does offer interviews, but they are not guaranteed for every applicant. They're typically conducted by alumni in the student's local area.
6. University of Pennsylvania: UPenn offers optional alumni interviews. Many applicants are offered interviews, but the availability can vary based on location.
7. Princeton University: Princeton offers optional alumni interviews. Not all applicants may be offered an interview, depending on the availability of alumni interviewers.
8. Yale University: Yale conducts optional interviews that are both in-person and virtual. However, similar to the other Ivy Leagues, not all applicants will be offered an interview, as the availability depends on the number of volunteer interviewers in your area.
It's important to note that while these interviews can provide a good opportunity to express your interest and learn more about the colleges, they typically play a minor role in the overall admissions decision. An interview (or lack thereof) is unlikely to make or break your application.
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