<p>I had my interview at Exeter today and I think it went really well. He offered me candy, and we talked about my ECs. He said something about me being really passionate in music. He then asked me if I was applying to other schools, and I told him I was only applying to Middlesex and Andover. He then said that they were both very good schools and I would have choices to make. He also said that he wants me at Exeter, but just becasue he wants me there doesn't mean I will choose Exeter and that any of the schools I'm applying to would be very fortunate to have me. What does this mean? He kept on telling my parents that I was a bright girl, but my mom says that the interviewer tells all of the applicants that they want them to attend their school. Is this true? Should I take the interview as a good sign?</p>
<p>yes and no… THey want u, but its not an automatic in. My friend who plays water polo at deerfield rite now got told the exact same thing (if not more, they tried to sell her out about the food, teachers, and etc) but she got waitlisted. Interviews are essential, however dont count too much on it.</p>
<p>yea i agree wit jyun</p>
<p>It’s a good sign though, right?</p>
<p>yes, alot of things can be considered good. however after the interview has the itnerviewer contacted u, they dont have too but it helps if they do. I got post cards from most of my interviewers, but w.e thats different. YES IT IS A GOOD SIGN. i got to stop rabbling</p>
<p>Did you have Mr. Gary? You can pm me if you want.</p>
<p>No I didn’t. Did you have a similar experience?</p>
<p>Almost word for word!</p>
<p>i’m guessing that maybe you’re making more complex guesses about the objectives of the interview than is warranted. my wag is that the interview generally can’t do a lot to improve your chances but could be used to screen out difficult kids (and/or parents too, for that matter). in addition to academic, sports, music, etc. talent, the schools want kids who will make positive contributions to the everyday campus social environment and they’d prefer not to have to deal with “problem parents” either. just my 2 cents.</p>