Mail from Duke to submit the application before Jan-2

Dear XXX,

We are pleased to announce that members of the admissions committee will be traveling to Asia in early January to maximize the number of interview opportunities for round two applicants located overseas. While the application deadline for round two is January 8, these interviews will take place during the second week in January. As a result, we would like to schedule these interviews prior to the January 8 application deadline.
If you are applying in round two and plan to request an interview in Beijing, New Delhi, Seoul, Shanghai, Taipei, or Tokyo, we encourage you to submit your on-line application on or before January 2 to facilitate the interview scheduling process. Recommendations and supplemental materials may be submitted on or before January 8. Please note, if you choose to submit your application after January 2 and prior to the deadline on January 8, you will still be eligible for an interview with a local alumnus. Interviews carry the same weight in the evaluation process regardless of whether or not they are conducted by an alumnus, admissions fellow, or admissions officer.
We look forward to receiving your application and thank you for your interest in The Duke MBA.

Best Regards,
The Duke MBA Office of Admissions