Thoma Scholars Interview Day Details

What to expect:

This is an all-day event from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on March 5, 2026. 

• Each student will be provided a complimentary two-night stay at a local hotel for themselves and one guest. A parent, guardian or family member who is 18 years or older is required at hotel check-in.
• Two meals will be provided for you and one guest.
• Complimentary breakfast and parking in the Student Union Parking Garage is included in your stay. 
• Students are invited to stay for our Admitted Student Day event on March, 5, but must register for that event separately.

How to prepare for your interview:

Feel better prepared when it comes interview time by taking advantage of these tips. 

• Review what you submitted in your Thoma Scholars application. By reviewing your submitted application, you can better formulate and make note of helpful talking points you'll want to touch on during the interview. 
• Come with some prepared questions to ask the committee. Use this time as an opportunity for you to get your questions answered.
• Look good, feel good too. We recommend business professional for the interview. There will be moderate walking to-and-from the interview and activities, so please take that into consideration when selecting your shoes for this event. 
• Be yourself! The committee wants to know about your interests, dreams, hopes and ambitions.