<p>So I have an interview tommorow, and i was wondering how I should dress for the interview, since it technically is not a formal interview, but an informational session. I was wondering if I should go all out (suit), shirt and tie, or just casual (but not like a slob).</p>
<p>Okay. I had mine the other day, but I'm not an expert on this subject. My advice would be not to go "all out" -- don't wear a suit; I think that's borderline, if not entirely, superflous. Shirt and tie is probably the best way to go, but it depends on where the interview is. I'm not recommending jeans or casual in general, but you may be able to get away with that (that is, not be looked upon by the interviewer as underdressed -- which would be largely inconsequential anyway) at a place like Starbucks. If it's at someone's office/home, I would go with a shirt and tie minimum. But I also have the luxury of owning a shirt and tie. I'm not sure if I would go out and buy one ad hoc.</p>
<p>The interview is at a local Starbucks. I do have a shirt and tie if that is necessary, so I won't have to go out and buy one just for the interview. If I just wear a simple button-up shirt and some clean and simple jeans, will that be too casual for this kind of interview?</p>
<p>Starbucks isn't a country club.....But jeans are a no no unless your interviewer has provided a hint that he'll be dressing informally too.</p>
<p>If your interviewer hasn't said anything, your level of dress should be absolutely neutral.</p>
<p>A button up and tie, (or alternatively, one button left undone with an contrasting undershirt) and khakis/dress pants/nice shoes is fine.</p>
<p>If you have any doubts about how casual you're being, err on the side of caution.</p>
<p>Also, the interview is the least important part of the admissions process, so don't stress.</p>
<p>business casual is always the best option, just in case.</p>
<p>OK, thank you for the replies, I will just go with a shirt and tie then.</p>
<p>IMO, a tie is definitely over doing it. Business casual (khakis, long-sleeved shirt or sweater. leather shoes) is fine.</p>
<p>For what it's worth....had mine last month, met in a Starbucks and dressed in black khakis and white polo shirt.....also wore the same in my interview with UPenn and met in the cafe in Borders for that one. Both times the alumni were wearing similar clothing.</p>
<p>Did most of the accepted students from last year received an interview? Basically, are they only reviewing the most likely candidates for acceptance or are they interviewing everyone possible w/ no particular order?</p>
<p>I just had my interview this past Tuesday. My interviewer was the best I could have asked for, and my formal outfit wasn't even necessary. It was really laid back, but because you won't know for sure who your interviewer will be, you should go dressed formally (I don't think the suit or even tie is necessary though.) And do you happen to be from South Florida, Feral24?</p>
<p>No, actually I'm in Maryland (DC area). I think actually I'm just gonna go today without the tie, but everything else.</p>