Fill a 30-second and 90-second note for each prompt. How to answer lives in common college interview questions. Story bank and practice dates live on interview prep. Counselor/AO questions are a different Resource.
Tell me about yourself
One theme + one example + where you are headed
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Why this school?
Two specifics tied to you, not catalog copy
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What is a challenge you faced?
Decision and what changed, not drama
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What do you do for fun?
One human detail plus a value
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Before you walk in
- Two questions you will ask:
After the interview, send the note from interview thank-you email. For mock practice, work with an Ivy Ready expert.