<p>My S recently interviewed in shorts and a polo. The interview went well. The interviewer and my S came and found me to chat more about the school to let us know about how much he enjoyed speaking to my S. </p>
<p>Please note that I called the school ahead of time to check on appropriate interview attire. I was told that shorts and a polo were fine, as they did not expect him to tour in pants. Also that it was not necessary to change before the interview. They did stress that he be neat and put together. </p>
<p>The other schools I called said that slacks and polo were fine in the summer. One school admit office stated that suits and jacket in the summer were over kill - the schools were on the east coast. </p>
<p>I recommend calling the school and just ask…</p>
<p>I’ve never been to Texas but wanted to say I agree with the perfume / Cologne advice.</p>
<p>I’m allergic and it’s one of those things that I find very inconsiderate. I’ve actually had to have to leave work several times because I was stuck working with someone that I couldn’t breathe around… Literally. other times I’ve actually had to get up and go sit at a desk on a different floor because mine was making me sick.</p>
<p>This is one of the things covered at work I’m orientation because we see it so often. I’ve had new employees show up with so much on that I couldn’t be in a room with them and was supposed to be training them! There was one that i actually had to make leave the room and send to their mangers desk in regards to this because of all the complaints.</p>
<p>I think if you review the prior posts, you will find that the general concensus was to wear comfortable summer attire (whether a girl or guy). This is NOT a job interview and I think some are confusing that from the more relaxed atmosphere of a college applicant interview.</p>
<p>I always felt more comfortable with a tie on, and very rarely is it better to underdress than overdress, so I usually do a button-down with a tie.</p>
<p>I think this is actually pretty simple (for guys): if you wear khaki pants and a shirt with a collar, and loafers or deck shoes, you will almost never be overdressed for anything that doesn’t involve jumping into a pool. And you will very rarely be underdressed for anything that doesn’t have clear requirements.</p>
<p>I suggest combing the shorts and blazer/tie suggestions. Wear open toed sandals. This combo conveys that you take school/work seriously, and like to enjoy life. It’s like saying “I want to study and party in equal doses”.</p>
<p>I promise, you will be the first person to have ever done this.</p>
<p>I have a question: Is there any case in which interview is required, if I only apply for regular decision and no scholarship? I heard the university might contact me later for an interview request. Is that good or bad anyway?</p>
<p>ursawarrior: Yes, there are some schools out there that will require an interview. The interview may by a school rep. or alum conducted locally. The school’s website will most likely make it clear under its admission/application requirements. But if you are not sure, it’s OK to contact the school and ask! For schools that require an interview, there may be a deadline to schedule the interview. Other schools will not require an interview, but will strongly recommend one. If so, I would suggest that you interview because it demonstrates interest. As such, I would recommend interviewing if the option is available, even if the interview is non-evaluative. My older daughter, who is now a college junior, interviewed whenever possible, whether it was at the school when we visited or at home. My youngest is now applying to college and I am having her interview whenever possible. AND, I would strongly suggest following up each interview with a hand-written thank-up letter! </p>
<p>I will add that my kids applied/are applying to smaller schools, and I do believe this strategy can only help them get noticed. At a large university, I’m not sure if it would make any difference.</p>
<p>Really? I can’t name a college or university that requires an interview. If there are any of those, I think there are darn few.</p>
<p>I can certainly think of colleges and universities that recommend interviews. As far as I know, all of those schools really try to make an interview possible for every applicant who wants one, and when an interview is not possible, none of them will hold that against an applicant.</p>