What questions should I ask a college rep?
Would I be required to live on campus? Do you offer scholarships, fellowships, or assistantships, and if so, do I need to apply separately or will I be automatically considered? What is life like on and off campus? Why should I choose your school over others? What is unique about your school? If you know your major, ask about the specific department: How many faculty members? Are there opportunities for me to get hands-on research experience (if applicable)? How well does your program prepare students for graduate school and/or careers in this field?
What questions are asked in college interviews?
I am an alumni interviewer for MIT. A good question for an interview shows that the person has put thought into imagining themselves at the college, and thinking what it would be like. A good question is written down in advance. One student had a few sheets of note paper out during our interview. She took occasional notes. At the end, she pulled down the bottom sheet on which she had written her questions. One of the questions we had already covered during the interview; she asked the other two.It's good to ask a question that the interviewer can answer; now is not the time to play stump the chumps. Nobody cares how many books the library has. It's good to ask questions about the college experience that would be relevant to you. If you are thinking about doing theater in college, ask about student performances your interviewer remembers. If you want to become a startup entrepreneur, ask what your interviewer thinks would be helpful courses to take or resources to take advantage of. Your interviewer knows what the culture at the college feels like; you do not. Ask questions to help you understand what that culture is, and how you might fit in. Thanks for asking this question, and good luck!
What questions should I ask an admissions representative to a masters degree in business?
Do your research about the college before applying. Read informative reviews, student reviews and testimonials and check the BBB website for any complaints that might have been filed against the college in the past. Then read the course breakdown of the program and try to figure out if it fits your requirements. Once you meet with the admissions representative, question him/her about student services, online support system, career services, help provided (if any) with financial aid, enquire about the student-teacher ratio and student diversity. Finally, pose ANY questions you might have the program and the system. Don’t hesitate to ask whatever you might want to find out about the college. I’m interested in pursuing an MBA myself and I’m currently reading a few articles discussing the accreditation of Stevens Henager College.http://slideshare.net/ScottRodgu...
What are some good questions to ask a college representative?
-what is the minimum gpa i would be able to get in with? -what options/patterns/specializations do they offer in my major? -which pre-major classes should i take, to better my chances of getting in? -based on my current gpa and the classes ive taken, what are my chances of getting in? -after i submit my application, how long will it take for me to find out if i got in or not?
What are good/important questions to ask at a college fair?
One of the hardest questions to answer on your college application is the dreaded supplemental essay, "What about (School) attracts you, and why do you think it's a good fit for you." It's a hard question to answer interestingly, because most students are applying where they're applying because it's a good school. ALL good schools have study abroad programs, undergraduate research opportunities, great student:teacher ratios, etc. So how can you answer this question well?One strategy could be by asking representatives at the college fair, "What opportunities exist at (School) that don't exist anywhere else?""In your opinion, what makes (School) different from other top schools?""What is one trait your most successful students have in common?""What is (School's) best-kept secret?"OR, if you've got an idea of what you like and what some of the schools you're interested in offer to support that, ask a question based on that. For example,"I'm really interested in econ. I read recently that (rival school) has a $3million student-run portfolio that top students can manage for a year. Does (representative's school) have any programs like that? If not, what opportunities do you have to give me real-world experience in econ?"Keep track of what they say. This could save you a lot of time down the road -- and provide genuinely amazing information about a school you were considering.To learn more, check out The Two Biggest Mistakes Seniors Make On Their College Apps and Going To Stanford Doesn't Mean You'll Get a Stanford Education.
Can beginners major in dance at college?
As you already seem to know, there ARE some college dance programs where you don't have to audition to get in, which means that beginners can declare themselves to be dance majors. But it doesn't make sense to ask whether professional dancers would advise you to not major in dance, as you wouldn't be in the same league as them. Students aiming to be professional dancers attend the programs where you DO need to audition to get in. After all, auditions are what being a professional is all about. The competition for jobs for female dancers is really, really tough. My daughter is a senior dance major at a very tough college dance program. She's been dancing since she was 3 and training intensively since she was 12. Yet she'll be very lucky to find work as a performer after she graduates. So, as a concerned mom, I don't see much value in being a dance major at a non-audition program, but I'm not going to tell you what to do. Instead, get hold of a copy of the "Dance Magazine College Guide" http://www.dancemagazine.com/collegeguid... and read up on all the B.A. dance programs. I've collected a random sampling of some programs and their web sites so you can get a head start on seeing what they're like. Amherst College https://cms.amherst.edu/academiclife/dep... Barnard College, Columbia University http://barnard.edu/dance/ Emory College http://www.dance.emory.edu/ MIddlebury College http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/ump/majors/dance/ Skidmore College http://www.skidmore.edu/academics/pe/dance/index.html University of Kansas http://www.dance.ku.edu/ University of Washington http://depts.washington.edu/uwdance/ I hope that answers your questions. If not, you may need to be more specific about what you want to do with a B.A. in dance for someone to answer whether it's realistic or not.
What are some good questions to ask a college admissions representative in an interview?
That is a very good question. However, in the big scheme of things, do Not over think a college interview in advance.A college interview, certainly the ones for MIT, is conducted by a volunteer alumnus or alumna. Typically someone who was an undergraduate, but there are a few deeply involved and highly motivated grad school only graduates who assist as well.First, if you have never been to the campus of the college, you will want to ask a lot of questions about the quality of life and the available resources outside of the classroom at the college. Ask the interviewer where she/he lived as an undergrad and why they choose that location. Ask about the general requirements of the university (courses) and how freshmen are guided towards a major. Ask if the interviewer changed majors while at the college and how easy it was, if yes.Ask what the interviewer did for recreation on campus: clubs, organizations, sports teams, etc.Ask how the interviewer liked the surrounding area.NOTE: Interviewers usually (almost always) LOVED the college and their experience there or they wouldn’t be interviewing. Use that as a means to find out what they liked and what they did not like.An interview for MIT takes from 60 to 90 minutes (or if you two are truly resonating and have the time, a bit longer). Typically conducted in a public place like a coffee shop.It is a two-way discussion. The interviewer is Not attempting to determine your academic prowess nor current GPA or scores. The interviewer is trying to find out what type of Person you are, provide you further insight into the college, and in that process try to determine if you are a good (great) fit for that college’s undergraduate community.Half of an undergraduate education is maturing from a raw teenager into an Adult, with that undergraduate community. Fit is exceedingly important.If you have some special hobbies, interests, activities, etc. this is the time to highlight them.But, ask any questions about the college, because you will get an independent view point from someone who attended the college and liked the college.Enjoy the application process and enjoy the interview.
Help with choosing a major for college..i'm clueless...?
The best way to familiarize yourself with different majors is to go to the websites of some of the universities you're interested in, go to their Academics section and find the Programs/Majors page. Click on the majors that interest you to read about them, the degree requirements, and the opportunities. Different schools offer different majors; check several so you can compare. The International Studies major might work well for you. Here are a few examples of schools that have this program: http://ismajor.wisc.edu/ http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/ump/... http://isp.ucsd.edu/ http://www.inst.unt.edu/ http://www.hollins.edu/undergrad/International/intl.htm You can also major in one specific culture/language, like French or Japanese. Another ideais to combine yur cultural and language studies with an international business major. Most schools have study abroad programs, where you can take a semester or a year in another country. If the school you go to doesn't have a program in a country you want to go to, you can go through another school or through a study abroad program directly and transfer the credits back to your school. (Just check to see which course credits they'll accept for transfer first.) Last thing: You do NOT have to make a firm decision now. When you apply to college, they do ask what you want to major in, but you can change your mind later on. You're usually expected to declare a major by your junior year in college, but you can even change it after that, as long as you're willing to take the courses required for it.
How should one prepare for the Yale College Interview?
Great question! College interviews are a very important element of your admission process, and preparing well for the interview will not only help you make a good impression on your interviewer, but (hopefully) it will calm any nerves you have as the date approaches.I actually responded to a very similar question here, and I think my response will be helpful as you prepare for your Yale interview.Essentially, your interviewer is trying to evaluate your fit for Yale. With every question they ask, their goal is to use your response to determine whether or not you would be a good classmate, roommate, peer, etc. on Yale’s campus.Before your interview, do plenty of research. What about Yale excites you? What experiences have you had that have led you to applying to Yale? What would you uniquely bring to the Yale community? How will you get involved at Yale? How will you be an engaged alumni after you graduate?Also, you should know that it is very unlikely that the interviewer will have seen your application before the interview. So, if you answered any of those questions in your school-specific supplemental essay responses, it is totally fine (and encouraged) to repeat that information in your interview!Best of luck!