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The Tennessee interview
No admissions interview. Here is how it works and how to prepare.
No admissions interview
No interviews offered for general undergraduate admissions; some fine arts/music programs require separate auditions.
How to prepare for Tennessee
- Visit campus for an official tour or open house , demonstrated interest, while not formally tracked, shows genuine enthusiasm and helps you write a more specific application.
- Connect with current students or attend a virtual information session to gather concrete details about programs, which strengthens your personal statement with specifics about UTK.
- If applying to the Haslam College of Music or similar arts programs, check those departments separately as they have their own audition or portfolio requirements distinct from general admissions.
- Focus energy on your academic record and personal statement rather than seeking interview opportunities , UTK's holistic review centers on GPA, test scores, and your written responses.
Practice before the real thing
Rehearse real admissions-interview questions and get an honest read on your answers, what an interviewer hears, where you sound generic, and what to sharpen. We coach you; we never script you.
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