I am applying to quite a few schools and I guess getting into any one of them would be great for me. I have reasons in the essays for why school XYZ and it meshes with my goals etc. I guess I have 2 schools i really want to get into and I guess they would be considered my 'dream schools'. Would i have to articulate every school i apply for in interviews or essays as my 'dream schools' ? Like if the interviewer asks what school i am applying for and I tell him/her, then the follow up is why this school-is this your dream school?
Dear shaselai,
You do not have to refer to every school as your "dream school" or your first choice. It is important for you to have solid reasons for why a school is a good match for you, which it appears you do based on your post. If an interviewer is so bold as to ask if a school is your dream school or your first choice, then try to deflect a bit by saying that the school is certainly one you feel is a great match and you would not have applied if you were not serious about attending.
Good luck,
Lisa
