How to Prepare for a College Admission Interview

For a college admission interview, be ready to explain why you chose the course and what you hope to learn. You do not need a perfect speech. You need to show that you have thought about your decision.

Write down two or three experiences you can discuss: a school project, a subject you enjoyed, a responsibility you took on or a challenge you worked through. Practise telling each story simply. What was the situation? What did you do? What did you learn?

Before the interview, read the course page and prepare questions of your own. You could ask about first-year subjects, how practical work is assessed or what support students can use. Asking a thoughtful question shows that you are considering the actual learning experience.

Check the time, location and documents requested by the college. On the day, listen to each question before answering. If you do not know something, say so. A straightforward answer is better than an invented one.