<p>If it is standard at the school for there to be an alumni interview, most schools will find an alumni in your area and then that person will contact you directly. If you live in Northern North Dakota and they can't find a willing alumni in your area, then you won't have an interview and no harm is done. If interviews are not standard at the school, then you need to contact them if you want to have an interview. Sometimes you can schedule an interview at the college during a visit. As said, interviews can be informational for you and also a way of showing interest.</p>