미국 대학에 지원하는 모든 학생들이 의무적으로 인터뷰를 보지는 않습니다. 하지만 대학원서(application) 작성과 추천서(recommendation) 을 받는 것과 마찬가지로 인터뷰 또한 대학지원 과정 중에 하나 입니다. 대부분의 학생들은 인터뷰를 보기 전에 Resume 작성, 복장, 하지 말아야 행동 등에 대해 숙지하고 예상 질문에 대한 답변을 미리 준비하여 연습하기도 합니다. 하지만 반대로 Interviewer(면접관)의 입장에서 나를 어떻게 평가하는지 그들은 어떻게 인터뷰를 준비하는지 엿보는 것도 인터뷰 전략짜기에 도움이 될 것 같아 아래 내용은 준비하였습니다.
▣ Interviewer (면접관) 의 준비사항
Preparing for the Interview
Introducing yourself to the applicant
Try to set up the interview by calling the applicant directly rather than by e-mail or through the parents. Always try both e-mail and phone before determining that an interview is not possible. Remember that the interview is an optional part of the admission process for applicants, so do not pressure the student to have an interview if he or she is not comfortable with the idea. Before the call ends, be sure to give the applicant your phone number in case something comes up.
Choosing a location
In order to provide the safest and most comfortable experience, please choose a neutral, public location for your interview. Suggested locations include:
· coffee shop
· library
· your office (be sure there are other people around)
· applicant's school (guidance counselors are often very accomodating)
Review the contact form guide
Although the actual interview questions are up to you, the contact form guides interviewers to give admission officers the information that is most helpful to them for admission decisions. Be sure to review the guide so you can prepare your questions for the applicant accordingly.
The Interview
Use the interview as an opportunity for relationship building
Personal attention is BASC’s chief contribution to Brown’s overall student recruitment efforts. Your role is to be the face of the University, providing a personal touch for the often stressful application process.
“Do’s and Don’ts”
· Do make the interview as comfortable and convenient for the applicant as possible. Many applicants are understandably nervous about the interview. Start out the interview with easy questions about their high school and their extracurricular activities.
· Do explain to the applicants that the interview is not a deciding factor in their application; there is very little they might do or say that would guarantee a denial. Instead, this is a chance for them to find out more about Brown University and contribute to their application.
· Do convey respect for each student, along with the message that Brown is a great place with a lot to offer. This applies even to students who may not particularly impress you, as sometimes the talents or qualities for which the Admission Office may admit a student may not be evident during the interview.
· Do have a wide-ranging and thoughtful discussion. Always remember that we, as alumni, represent the Brown community and our views can be misinterpreted as those of the university. The interview should not be used to test, challenge, persuade, dissuade, debate or confront the applicant. This is especially true for sensitive topics such as race, sexuality, religion, and politics.
· Don’t ask them about their class rank, SAT scores, or GPAs, as these questions often make the students uneasy and this information is evaluated by the admission officers. Also, do not discuss the candidate’s chances of admission, where else they are applying or criticize other colleges.
· Don’t feel you have to give every student a “Brown wants you” message; given the low admission rate, this may unfairly raise expectations.
· Don’t spend the entire interview reminiscing about your time at Brown, but feel free to briefly share your experiences and discuss facets of the Brown experience which may be especially well suited to the student.
After the Interview
Fill out your interview contact form
For each applicant you are assigned, you should complete a contact form giving your general impressions of the applicant. Keep in mind that the most helpful information to the Admission Committee is not a laundry list of extra-curricular activities, but more of an impression of the candidate’s personality and depth.
Once submitted, your contact form is sent to the Admission Office and becomes a part of the student's application to Brown. To maximize its use in the admission decision process, please return the contact form as soon as possible after the interview. Do not wait until the deadline!
The Office of Admission prefers that you submit your contact form via eBASC. If necessary you may submit forms via e-mail, mail or fax.
Following up with interviewees
If your applicant had questions during the interview that you could not answer, try some of these helpful links, or feel free to contact the BASC Office. If time allows, telephone or e-mail the student once or twice, before December 5 for Early Decision applicants and before March 5 for Regular Decision applicants, to see if new questions have come up.
출처 : Brown Admission Office
