<p>The assistant director of admissions sent me a letter requesting an interview. Does anyone know if this will be evaluative. Because I'm worried I won't have much to say. (Also, it's on my birthday)</p>
<p>Second, I was sent the Dean's Application which looks like an abbreviated regular application but my CommonApp essay was amazing and I want to send it. Does any one know if it's possible to combine the two?</p>
<p>Hi! Well, I would certainly recommend that you go through the interview process. It will be evaluated and considered as part of your application. The interview usually helps most students, as it shows the admissions office that you are interested in Rhodes. I'm sure you have more to say than what you think--its always good to ask about Rhodes, what opportunities are available for students (i.e. volunteering, student groups/clubs, student governments, etc.). Also, they will be interested to hear about what you are involved in currently and what you are interested in be involved in at Rhodes. You may also wish to share some areas of academic interest, why you are applying to Rhodes, or what you hope to gain out of your college experience.</p>
<p>As for the application, it is almost always best to use the particular school's application over the common app because it shows your interest in tailoring your resume/experiences, as well as your essays to that specific school. Although you cannot combine the common app and a specific school's application, I'm sure that at least parts of your essay for the common app would carry over into the Rhodes application. What you might want to do is fill out the Rhodes application and than compare it to your common app. If you and an objective outsider still think that the common app looks significantly better than stick with that one, and if not go with the common app and don't worry about it! Also, don't worry too much about the interview, as the admissions staff here is very welcoming and nice. When I came for my interview I was so nervous and felt just like you, that I had nothing to talk about that would interest them. I was surprised that the interview was over so quickly and it didn't feel like an interview--more like a conversation, as the admission staff is fairly young here and very down to earth. Hope this is helpful and best of luck!</p>