You need to call the college to get an interview!
Some colleges require interviews!
Call after May 1 of the 11th grade, during the summer between your junior and senior year and in the fall of your senior year. Avoid application crunch times such as after November 1. (early decision deadline)
Feel under pressure? Do not worry, most college interviews are easygoing conversations. Many are off campus interviews with alumni who are proud of their school, successful, and like to give information rather than squeeze you like a lemon.
Such conversations may be at their home or office, but more often the alumnus/alumna will invite you to Starbucks or some other public place.
Some prattle on and on about their own achievements. 
Go with your gut feeling when it comes to interrupting them to ask your own questions about their alma mater. If you are the quiet type, let them talk. Nod, smile, and say 'great'.
Colleges place greater value on on-campus interviews than on alumni interviews. So stay cool, be polite, friendly and behave like the nice young woman or man you are.
Do not forget to write a short thank you note!
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