Question about Interviews/Visits

[applecat]

I submitted my application a few weeks ago to a few schools--I received a call from one today asking if I would want to come on a Thursday night/All day Friday visit where I would meet faculty and take a tour.

I looked online and I hadn't been fully 'admitted' nor in the call did it say I was accepted. The call came from the Chemistry department though (not just the grad school).

My question is if this is something they would extend to anyone or if its a sign that they will be extending an acceptance to me?

I don't really know how it works so if someone could provide some insight, that would be much appreciated. Thank you!

[socialpsych]

No, it does not mean you have been accepted, but you are on a short list. Congratulations!

[Victory]

Just based on my own thread readings on this site, it usually means they like you on paper, and now they want to see if you'll be a fit in person. I've read of people getting acceptances only days after returning from their interview/vists. Congrats!