Question about in person interview at campus only vs phone

[shaselai]

Hi Lisa,

I received an interview from Tepper and they only do in person interviews on campus with phone/skype alternative. I am about 7 hrs driving so is that considered "far" or I should just head down for interview? I read an article from you guys about off campus interviews but not sure if phone interviews are frowned upon?

thanks!

[Lisa Anderson]

Dear shaselai,

Congratulations on your interview! While 7 hours is far, I think you should try to interview on campus if you can. It shows a level of commitment and interest on your part to make the drive. If it is absolutely not feasible to take the day off, then you can do the phone interview, which is not going to count against you, but it can be harder to build a rapport with your interviewer over the phone.

Best of luck!
Lisa