The Interview 

So, the big day has arrived and you are ready because

• You know where you are going for the interview, whether it is on or off campus, and you know how long it is going to take you to get there.
  

• You have reviewed your application documents and have brought extra copies with you.
  

• You have practiced the most commonly asked questions with your friends and family and made sure that you could give answers other than yes or no.
  

• You have prepared a list of questions that you want to asked the interviewer.

Here are some helpful hints to insure a successful interview 

Dress appropriately: It is better to err on the conservative side. Even if you are going to an interviewer's house, you need to dress nicely. This means no jeans, shorts, tank tops, or sneakers. Even though there is not a checklist on an interviewer's report where he or she judges your appearance, first impressions do matter, and you want to make sure that yours is favorable.

Positive Attitude:  Even though you will be nervous, you need to relax. Think of your extra curricular activates and the special school and community projects that you were involved in. Be sure to let the interviewer know that you have a lot to offer the school.  Don't brag too much, but maybe just a little.

Body Language:

A firm handshake is a must. Both men and women should offer a handshake to the interviewer.  It should be firm, but don't pull anyone's arm off.  If you tend to have sweaty palms, rub a little bit of talcum powder on your palm or wipe your palm on a handkerchief before you go in. Be careful not to get the powder on your suit!

Sit up straight (your mother didn't tell you this for nothing!)  You need to show that you are proud of yourself.

Do not put your head down or slump your shoulders. If you have your head down and shoulders slumped, you seem unenthusiastic and insecure

Do not cross your arms. Crossing your arms shows that you are on the defensive.

Eye contact is important.  This shows the interviewer that you have nothing to hide and are trustworthy.

Don't mumble or talk too softly.  What you say is important and you want the interviewer to hear it.

Do not speak quickly and or talk the entire time. You need to let the interview absorb what you have said and silence shows that you are comfortable with yourself and the situation.