We in admission get asked quite an array of questions as you can imagine! Here are a few questions that I am most commonly asked regarding interviews and what to expect during your day.
“How long is the Q&A?”
The Q&A session usually takes about 45 minutes but it depends on the number of questionsJ However, you can leave the optional parts of the visit at anytime (ie Q&A, Tour, Lunch). The class visit is also optional but once you are in class you are required to stay for the duration.
“Who will be conducting my interview?”
A majority of our interviews are conducted by our TAA (second year Tuck Admissions Associates). These students go through a rigorous hiring and training process. Without their help we wouldn’t be able to offer the amount of student initiated interviews that we do.
“What does the interviewer have access to prior to my interview?”
Your interviewer will only have access to the resume you send in ahead of time. They will not have access to your application or test scores.
“When does the self-initiated interview have to be completed by?”
The self-initiated interview must be completed prior to or by the application due date. If you are applying during the Early Action Round (10/14/09) then your interview must be completed by that date.
“What events can my partner attend during the visit?”
Your partner when accompanying you to campus may attend everything except the class visit and the interview. I also recommend that you contact the Tuck Partner Club and ask about availability of a current TP to meet with your partner on campus.
“How do I get to Hanover?”
Certainly, our location does add some concern for prospectives visiting but no fear! There are several way to get to campus!
With regard to flying, there are three airports that we recommend you fly into: Manchester, NH, Logan Airport in Boston and Burlington Airport.
Manchester Airport (Manchester, NH) is the closest in proximity to Hanover. There are also several modes of transportation you can utilize however the easiest and most convenient way to get to Hanover is to rent a car. There are several car rental services available in the airport so it shouldn’t be difficult to make a registration.
Burlington International Airport (Burlington, VT) is the next closest. Renting a car is the easiest way to get to from the Airport to Tuck.
Logan International Airport (Boston, MA): in addition to being a huge airport has car rental services as well as the Dartmouth Coach. The Dartmouth Coach is a fabulous alternative to renting a car and leaves several times a day. They also have a new service from NYC to Hanover spurned on by Tuck’s Chief Operating Officer, Steve Lubrano. You can now leave from just outside the Yale Club (in midtown) and be dropped off right outside the Hanover Inn. This is also a fabulous alternative if you are making the journey up from New York.
“What should I wear for my interview and class visit?”
We recommend wearing a suit when interviewing on campus and if you are just visiting class business casual is fine (khakis, dress shirt, etc). If you find wearing a suit all day to be cumbersome you may wear business casual to campus and change into your suit for your interview.
“Where should I stay when I visit?”
Most visitors opt to stay close to campus so that their commute/walk the morning of their visit is not an added stressor. I usually recommend the Norwich Inn and the Hanover Inn as they are in closest proximity to our campus. The Norwich Inn is located right over the Connecticut in Norwich, VT and offers a quintessential New England Bed and Breakfast experience. Everyone who has stayed there has loved it and found the rates to be reasonable and the experience wonderful. There is also the Hanover Inn which is just a quick 5-7 minute walk to Tuck’s campus but is a bit more expensive.
If either of these are not an option for you—no fear! There are plenty of other places to stay that are a quick jaunt to our campus. Click here for a complete list .
I hope this helps! Please if you have any other questions feel free to reach out either via email or through this forum! It would be great to answer a few questions here—you never know how many people are wondering the exact same thing!
All the best,
Cameron
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