<p>I just called my interviewer to arrange a meeting and he will be coming over to my house next week. What fun. How long do these usually last, and are there intentionally difficult questions? I am pretty good with the whole, why I want to go to gtown...just not sure if there are any secret questions to test how we react under stress!!!</p>
<p>Any help is great!</p>
<p>They're usually about an hour long. They won't try to throw you off with random questions, but they will challenge you to think. Be ready to speak about all your activities, awards, programs, etc. in detail. The most common question, from what I've heard, is "Tell me about yourself..." I was lucky enough to not get this question asked, but be ready. Also, be ready to have a few questions of your own (and nothing you'd find out reading the viewbook).</p>
<p>Good advice, Netshark. My interview was also at my house and it lasted about 2 and half hours (!) but he said he typically takes about an hour. He didn't ask a single formal quesiton. It was more of a "tell me about yourself" sort of deal, and we ended up getting very off-topic. It felt like I was having a really long conversation with an adult friend- pretty fun, actually. Anyway just be articulate, be yourself and always be polite and you should be fine!</p>
<p>Oh, and a firm handshake always makes a good first impression.</p>
<p>Interviewers are actually really good at putting you at ease, at least mine was. We started off talking about things I knew, like my family, my school, my classes, extra currics, etc.</p>
<p>Our talk slightly diverged when we realized we had read the same book...so that was a sidetrip of about an hour until he did the "what questions do you have for me?" bit. I just tried to ask questions that were more personal (not personal, but not things like how great is Georgetown)...some examples were what kinds of internships he had, what his favorite course was...the works. I also asked him if he had any advice for me, because at the time I was trying to figure out what I would do with my language requirement..</p>
<p>Mine lasted about 2 hours, and I had to go to class so we broke it off early. </p>
<p>Some other random bits of advice I heard and tried to be aware of is to not slouch, and to lean forward slightly and not be so nervous that you can't have a good laugh. It's always good to show that you are engaged in the conversation by reacting and also, if your interviewer gets carried away talking, don't be afraid to interrupt with your opinion. (not in a rude way, just a "That's very interesting, because I read..." type deal). </p>
<p>lauren is right, it was much more conversational then say, a job interview. I don't think they are given a specific "itinerary" of what to discuss...so feel free to stray!</p>
<p>I agree with you both.</p>
<p>She started my interview off by inquiring about my family and the time I spend with them. We reviewed my extra curriculars, and I got a chance to tell her more about the activities I participate in, the awards I've received, and leadership positions I have held. We talked about Georgetown--what activities I'd like to participate in if I am accepted and the study abroad programs. The interview is not just a chance for Georgetown to get to know you, it is your chance to get to know Georgetown by talking with someone who attended college there. Prepare a list of questions you want to ask him/her. If Georgetown is your number 1 choice of colleges, convey that to your interviewer.</p>
<p>Other than that, be polite and be on time. Good luck!</p>
<p>Good topic, I just called today to set mine up.</p>
<p>Well, just finished the interview. It was pretty neat- 45 minutes of comfortable conversation about Georgetown, career goals, me. </p>
<p>Strangely...Georgetown messed up my scores by about 250 points on his printout about me-has anyone else had that happen? Guess I need to call the office tomorrow.</p>
<p>My interview was about 1 hr 15 mins and it really wasnt stressful at all. It felt more like an informal discussion than anything. We met at Starbucks so it wasnt really uncomfortable or anything. We also figured out we both went to the same HS and had a lot of the same teachers (interviewer graduated g'town in 2003) so we talked a lot about that. Just be prepared to tell them your EC's and stuff</p>
<p>My interview was for about 2 and a half hours. Very relaxed, met at a Borders Bookstore cafe area. However, the ever-looming, unforgettable experience of being threatened by a crazy guy during the interview is.. well, the only blip on the stressful radar.. I was relaxed though.. didn't let him mess with me.. Interviewer graduated in 2000. </p>
<p>Poor interviewer. I had my briefcase and everything, so I gave her the material to everything I do (course syllabi of courses I've assist in designing, ROTC command briefs, blah.) She came in with two pages, she left with like.. a book :-P...</p>
<p>Graham Allison's book (Nuclear Terrorism) is a really great one.. was reading while waiting for my interviewer..</p>