So, for those who will be invited to interview later in the cycle, here is a general idea of how the current Interview Days are going. (I don't want to spoil it by giving too many details!)
Distance students arrived first for a mini-orientation to the distance program. The Campus students joined a bit later where we got to hear from some of the staff. There's a lot of information. I encourage a small notepad. If you remember a pen/pencil, great! If not, they will provide one.
When they tell you there's a small walk... their definition of a small walk may not be the same as yours. Ladies, you really don't want heals. You really want nice but comfortable/sensible shoes. There will be walking to another part of the campus - 2x. There will be three sets of stairs involved at one location, and another set of stairs at the other. That's after the brisk walk
. We had a cool, rainy day in the 50s. I would also not encourage skirts/dresses. You'll be really cold..
You'll get to have lunch with some current students. The ones we met ranged from P2 to P4. Ask them questions - especially the ones you want to ask the faculty but won't. Ask them
After lunch it's time for Interviews, white coat fittings and pictures, and a meeting with Student Affairs. The interviews are about 25 minutes long, and they are more of a conversation than a simple question and answer type setting. Be observant, be genuine, be polite and professional.
Your day ends when those sessions are over.
Side recommendation - look for the area hotels that offer shuttle/uber services to and from the airport, school, and nearby restaurants. I know Fairfield Inn by Marriott does, I'm sure others, do, too.. If you don't have to deal with driving around, it's one less stress.
