How do I request an admissions interview?

Question

I want to check out a few grad schools soon, and I want to interview with some of the admissions/program directors while i'm there. Can I ask to do the interview, or do I have to wait for them to ask me to interview??

Thanks

Answer 1

Okay, not knowing how your major does it....I will tell you how people in the sciences operate. What you do is contact a person that you would want to study under. They are ultimately the ones that decide whether or not you get in, So, find a prof you like and is researching the topic you want to study. Then shoot them an email saying when you will be there and ask to meet with them. Plus, many colleges/departments will pay for your visit. Hope this helps.