<p>S has an interview at Kenyon in a few days. What type of clothing would be most appropriate? Chinos/button down shirt and tie or no tie? He has a tour and then sits in on a class after the interview.</p>
<p>Definitely casual. I’m sure my son wore either jeans or cords and a polo/golf-type shirt. I’m pretty sure the admissions interview was with a student. I think your son would feel more comfortable (especially on the tour and in the class) dressed more casually. </p>
<p>I also saw your post on athletic recruiting at Kenyon. My son was a recruited athlete, although he actually decided not to play when he got there (the coach was fully aware that this was a possibility.) Does your son have the stats for admission on his own, or do you feel he would need the “push” from the coach? Honestly, I’m not totally sure how much influence coaches have there. My son was told that the coach would support his application but that he would probably be admitted without any extra support. I think that early decision is definitely a good way to improve your admission chances - if he is sure he really wants to be there.</p>
<p>My son absolutely loves it at Kenyon. Couldn’t be happier. He has lots of friends on the soccer team and they are a bunch of great kids by the way!</p>
<p>I don’t know about his stats. His GPA is lower than their published stats, but he is coming from a rigorous east coast prep school. His test scores are above the listed range. I saw another post somewhere that the “athletics (except for swimming) are lousy”. Any thoughts on this? My son is a DI caliber athlete, but injury has put a damper on this. He is very excited about his upcoming visit…can’t wait to see the campus. He loves rural/scenic/etc. so it really appeals to him. Coach sounds awesome.</p>
<p>I think that’s a blanket statement that is not entirely accurate. You need to look at the stats for the specific sport and make that judgement yourself. I visited Kenyon with my daughter last month; she is also a recruited athlete.</p>
<p>The athletic facilities are quite spectacular. Also, one point the coach made, was that because of the close community and limited distractions, athletic events are well attended by students and even faculty. Everyone knows someone on a team and goes out to support. </p>
<p>Has the coach asked for transcripts, test scores, etc. for admissions? He/She should be able to do a pre-read and let you know where your son stands.</p>
<p>I totally agree with what minoafrau said above. I would add though that if you are looking for the typical Division I athletic scene, you are NOT going to find it at Kenyon. They have alot of very good athletes there (definitely some are DI caliber,) but generally speaking, the academics are the bigger priority for most of the students. I’m not saying ALL of the students - but lots of them. It really is a very academically rigorous place. There is definitely support for the teams, but it is not a “rah rah” kind of sports place. And remember how small Kenyon is - just over 1,600 students. It’s something to consider. My son thought it might be too small for him, but as I said earlier, it’s turned out absolutely great. </p>
<p>If your son likes the rural/scenic/etc. stuff, I can’t imagine he won’t fall in love with Kenyon once he visits. Hopefully he’ll get a better feel as to whether it’s someplace he’d like to spend 4 years of his life.</p>
<p>Football has some pull. If they didn’t, they couldn’t field a team.
Other than that, you have to be a pretty special athlete to really get a bump. If it looks like you can actually help the swim team, that’s huge, but otherwise you usually have to get in on academics.</p>
<p>Also, for future prospectives with the attire question, they don’t really care what you wear. You’re probably going to be interviewing with a senior anyway, and unless you say something really stupid, it’s not going to be a big factor in your admission. Interviewing is essentially just a good way to show interest.</p>