Why would an interviewer say this?

[Dr. Weebs]

Both of my interviewers today said that to me at the end of the interview: I really hope to see you here next year. Is that just something they say to be nice? Or did I just have the best interview possible? Anyone with any experience on this?

Weebs

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[MWillie]

People say it, it means you probably didn't bomb your interview, but it doesn't mean you'll get in for sure either.

 

[UCLAstudent]

I've heard that many times. Don't put too much bearing on it.

 

[Ambs]

Because they liked you, obviously. But they are only one advocate for you -- they've got to convince the rest of the admissions committee to grant you an acceptance. So, like the others have said, it does not guarantee that you're in. Good luck!

 

[docmemi]

i had one damn guy tell me that and i was sure ide get in...but no. dont listen to them! weve heard the opposite of course...horrible interview, but get in.

 

[Blue Scrub]

I think its a good sign, but I wouldnt think I've closed the deal at all. Hopefully it means they will give you a very good recommendation to the adcom, but who knows how the adcoms work after its all said and done...Good luck by the way, hope it works out for you!

 

[OSUdoc08]

Both of my interviewers today said that to me at the end of the interview: I really hope to see you here next year. Is that just something they say to be nice? Or did I just have the best interview possible? Anyone with any experience on this?

Weebs

They say it to be nice. I heard it from a school I was rejected from.

Even if they did say to be nice, they don't get the final say on whether you get in or not.