make a decision as soon as you receive the offer

[mghicho2]

What does it mean when a POI states in the interview that he/she wants you to make your decision as soon as you receive the offer?

you be informed about any offer soon, but you should make your decision right away.

 

[GeoDUDE!]

It means he wants an immediate decision.

[Hero Honda]

There are several reasons for this. The POI wants to extend the offer to / consider other student if you dont accept it. Also it could be due to some funding reason

[MidwesternAloha]

It means they don't want you to hold out til April 15th.

[juilletmercredi]

I think that they do mean that they want an immediate decision.

 

However, that's a completely unrealistic expectation. So I'd find out whether it's just that he'd like an immediate decision (which you can politely ignore, because after all, I would like a million dollars) or whether he expects an immediate decision or he'll yank the offer after 24-48 hours. In which case, I say that you probably really don't want to work with him...but in that case, I'd politely contact him and ask for an extension.