Which good colleges require an interview?

I'm trying to narrow down my college list and want to factor in whether they require interviews or not. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about which good colleges have interview requirements?

There are very few colleges left that require interviews as a mandatory part of the admission process. Many colleges offer optional interviews, sometimes depending on the region, and sometimes online.

Here are a few examples:

1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) strongly recommends an interview for all applicants who live in the US and Canada, and it's considered part of your application unless if MIT cannot offer you one – then it will not be held against you.

2. The University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) offers optional alumni interviews that are recommended but they have no actual bearing on your application.

3. Harvey Mudd College also recommends that each applicant participates in optional interviews, and they are offered entirely online for convenience.

In general, smaller liberal arts colleges tend to encourage interviews more than larger universities due to their smaller applicant pools, but it varies a lot by school and program. It's crucial to check the specific requirements for each school and program you're interested in.

Keep in mind, while interviews can be nerve-wracking, they're also a great opportunity to demonstrate your interest in a college and let your personality show in ways that may not come across in the rest of your application. They also give you a chance to ask questions and gain more insight into the school.