I once toured a college over the summer and noticed that one of the high school students in the group was wearing a jacket and tie. I’m guessing he was planning to take the school up on the offer to do an on-campus interview during his visit. But it was a scorching summer day, and by the end of the tour, the poor kid looked like he’d just finished playing a game of full-court basketball.
For any college interview, you can certainly wear your dress duds if you feel comfortable. But there’s no need to go quite so formal. Here’s a past post with some advice on the appropriate attire.
Also, if you’re touring a college over the summer and want to take them up on an on-campus interview offer, consider scheduling the interview before the tour if you can. You’ll not only be able to show your best self before you generate any post-tour perspiration, but you’ll also enjoy the tour a lot more if you’re not stressed about the interview to follow.
If the only option is to interview after the tour, try to give yourself a little breathing room before the two events to collect yourself and cool down. And remember that the best interviews are relaxed conversations. College interviewers aren’t out to get you. Try to enjoy yourself.