<p>I've recently been given the chance to interview for a full ride to Truman State University in Missouri. Truman isn't my first choice, for sure, but if I had a full ride, I think it might be silly for me not to take advantage of it. Not to mention it'd be a gift from God to go to college for free. But that's a different discussion. Has anyone out there had to do an interview for a scholarship like this? What kind of questions will they ask me, and how can I prepare for the interview?</p>
<p>Can anyone help me?</p>
<p>You might want to post this in the Truman State thread in the colleges section, in case someone there is familiar with the specific scholarship and interview process</p>
<p>Typically, the interviewer just wants to get to know you and your level of interest in the school. Often the interview will start with, tell me about yourself. Also, you will be asked why you want to attend Truman and what you will contribute to the school. Specific answers are good. Do your homework about the school. Find special programs, clubs, courses or research areas that interest you that are specific to that school. Also, be prepared for: Do you have any questions? The worst thing you can do is say no. Have a list of questions you would like to ask about the school. Make sure they are not questions that could easily be answered by viewing the school’s website or view book. Ask about your particular major and the research opportunities in that field. Ask what graduates in that field typically do out of college. Do many apply to grad school? Are most accepted? </p>
<p>You may find that the interview is more about selling you on the school than grilling you. If you have made it this far, the school wants you. </p>
<p>Hope this helps. Good luck!</p>
<p>3321: That’s a good idea; I think I should do that as well.
boomie: Thank you for your help! You gave me lots of good tips. I’m definitely going to prepare for questions like those before the interview, and I already have some questions that I’d like to ask the interviewer. Thanks again so much for your advice!</p>