[Benzgirl]

Every school is different in the way they conduct recruitment. Now, you do see more "open houses" where you can come and go as you please. After this round, its very structured though.

Last fall, I helped during First Round (aka Open House) at a liberal arts college in the Northern Ohio. Actives from all houses wore the same T Shirts, with jeans, jean skirts, and jean shorts. Mostly shorts since it was very hot. I saw a lot of flip flops, tennis shoes and cute shoes. PNMs were dressed very similarly, without the matching Ts.

Is it competitive? Depends on the school. Some, like DePauw (which is deferred) is very competitive. Some are not.

Feel free to PM me if you would like some help