<p>I have applied to USAFA and this Sunday is my interview. I have already spoken to my ALO over the phone and he sounds like a very nice and understanding person. When I spoke with him he even told me that it would be okay if I brought with me a note pad to write down anything that he thought I may forget. So, it doesn’t sound like he is trying to intimidate me, but I am still a little nervous about the interview. He told me to think about some questions that he may ask so I thought of some things like, “Why do you want to go to USAFA?” or “What are your weaknesses/strengths?” etc. But what are some other things that he is likely to ask? Also, what are some things that I should DEFINITELY avoid saying/doing during the interview? Any other tips will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!</p>
<p>Be very familiar with the Academy website, able to discuss what sparked your interest in the Academy, and what’s motivating you to go there other than becoming a pilot. Be able to illustrate how you have been a leader, and how you have confronted adversity. Dress neatly, relax, and enjoy the conversation. Learn everything you can from your ALO.</p>
<p>Have a question or two for him, too. Ask him about his career. See what personal insight he can share.</p>
<p>I would also be prepared for an ethical question or something about current events. Be familiar with what’s going on in Iraq and Afghanistan especially, because odds are you’ll be headed to Southwest Asia in about six years if you make it into the Academy.</p>
<p>Thank you both for your advice; it was very helpful. My interview was very relaxing and I really enjoyed it. Overall I think it went pretty well. So, thanks again for your help, it’s greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>Leah</p>
<p>so was it one person or a board?
what kind of questions were you asked?
What questions did you ask?
How long did the whole interview last?
what did you wear to the interview?
Would a polo shirt and slack be appropriate, or should i wear a button down shirt and tie?</p>
<p>anything else?</p>
<p>An ALO interview is only one person. ALO interviews very from ALO to ALO. Some will have a 30 min interview and some can be 2 hours. Some ALO’s will want to meet the parents and some won’t.</p>
<p>A nice new polo shirt and khakis are fine.</p>
<p>Traditional questions are usually</p>
<p>Why the military?
Why the AFA?
Are you applying to other SAs?
ROTC?
What do you want to do in the AF?
What if you can’t get that field?</p>
<p>Then there are the broad aspects?
What do you do during your free moments?
What kind of music do you listen to?
What is your intended major?</p>
<p>They are going to be your support system, so it is about getting to know you personally.</p>
<p>The board will be for the nom.</p>
<p>StormJordan-</p>
<p>It was only one person interviewing me (my ALO). Honestly, it was very relaxing and he wasn’t intimidating at all, but like what bulletandpima says ALO’s vary, but luckily I got a really cool one. My ALO asked me the general questions like Why the Air Force? and questions about my resume like What kind of things does the BETA club do?. Then, there were the “What if?” questions. Here is some advice: think of a tough situation and think about what you would do in that situation. My interview was about 2 hours, but time flew by because there was soo much for us to talk about. For attire, definitely do NOT wear jeans. Look presentable and professional. I wore black slacks with a blue collared shirt. And lastly, relax during the interview and learn from your ALO. Looking back, I wish relaxed more. But just think, you’re only having a conversation. Also, be current on the news, just in case they ask you for your opinion on it (my ALO didn’t). Good luck!</p>