An interview is a terrific opportunity to learn more about Colgate in a one-on-one setting with an admission officer, senior admission intern, or Colgate alumnus. Students can share their interests and goals, and ask questions about academic and student life. Interviews, as part of Colgate’s admission process, are not required, and are non-evaluative.
Our virtual tour and information session are a great introduction to Colgate University, but we know you may have additional questions or desire additional perspective. Virtual interviews are an opportunity for current high school seniors to meet 1:1 with a current Colgate student or Colgate alumni to have your questions answered, and gain valuable insight from those that know Colgate best.
Interview with current student
Interviewing with a current student can offer valuable insight into life at Colgate, from coursework and faculty interaction, to clubs, organizations, off-campus study, and of course the food! Register for a virtual interview today.
Interview with alumni
Interviewing with a member of our alumni volunteer team offers the opportunity to learn more about how Colgate will prepare you for success after your time in Hamilton, N.Y. - as well as the many ways alumni stay connected and support our current students. Alumni interviews are available from September 1 through January 31. Request an alumni interview here.
Interviews are not evaluative nor required for admission.
*Please note that completion of a virtual interview will not replace the TOEFL or IELTS score requirement for non-native English speaking students or the InitialView interview submission recommendation for applicants from China.
Colgate accepts InitialView interviews as a method for students to further demonstrate English language proficiency. An InitialView interview is not a required component of the application, however, the most successful international applicants submit interviews through InitialView.
Please note that an InitialView interview does not replace the English proficiency examination (TOEFL or IELTS) requirement.