niraja
thanks much for the activities response. +1
another question related to interview scheduling - i will be overseas for a month starting dec 8. should i schedule an off-campus interview now or not risk it and schedule an on-campus one in a month? what was the timeline you all experienced for off-campus interviews from the date you submitted Part I? chicago is a 5 hour drive from me so i might just drive up again.
Hi niraja,
I think the first question is whether you are more comfortable interviewing with adcom or with alumni. if you havent visited the campus, you can schedule the on camous interview, since its only a 5 hr drive for you.( lucky you

). Anyway its better to just mail the adcom and tell them about your overseas plan, and maybe they can work out something for you.
normally the off campus interview calls range from 2-4 weeks or more, depending on the alumni in your location.
All the best for your application.