Schedule 45分钟，聊了1小时15分钟.
面试官40多岁中年ABC(女性）.
问得非常详细，申请表上写的所有活动都问到了，而且一直追问是不是女儿的真passion, 好在女儿高中的活动club我们都尊重她的选择，从没干预，也没有刻意为升学去做自己不喜欢的.
女儿也问了不少面试官在哈佛的经历和感受.
下面是AI对哈佛早申面试的评论：
The Harvard interview is generally not a make-or-break factor in the early application process, but it serves as an important personal verification and a valuable piece of the overall application.
It has the same role and weight in the Restrictive Early Action (REA) round as it does in the Regular Decision (RD) round.
Key Role of the Harvard Interview
Harvard itself states that an applicant's file is considered complete without an interview and will receive a full and thorough evaluation even if one is not conducted. The interview, typically with an alumnus, plays a nuanced role:
• 1. Personal Verification and Context
• The interview's primary function is to provide the Admissions Committee with a human, personal perspective on the applicant. The interviewer's report confirms that you are the person described in your essays, letters of recommendation, and activities list, adding depth and color to your personality and passions.
• 2. Potential Tie-Breaker (for "Borderline" Candidates)
• The interview report can be most impactful for applicants whose academic and extracurricular profiles place them on the border of admission.
• A very strong, compelling interview report can provide the necessary positive push to move a "borderline" application into the admitted pile.
• Conversely, a very poor or concerning interview can negatively affect an otherwise strong application, potentially leading to a rejection or deferral.
• 3. Availability-Dependent
• Interviews are offered based on the availability of alumni volunteers in your local area. Not receiving an interview is not a negative reflection on your candidacy and will not harm your application. The Admissions Committee simply proceeds with the extensive information already in your file.
? Interview Weight in the Application
In the admissions review process, the interview is generally weighted similarly to a teacher recommendation—it's one part of many factors, not the main driver of the decision.In short, your Harvard interview is a chance to make a positive impression and add a crucial layer of context, but your outstanding academic record, essays, and strong recommendations are what establish your fundamental competitiveness for an early application decision.
