Extracurricular relevance to major?

I've been doing a bunch of extracurriculars in high school, but not all of them are related to my intended major. How important is it for your extracurricular activities to be connected to your major when applying for college?

While it's true that colleges appreciate applicants who have demonstrated commitment and passion in specific areas related to their intended major, it's certainly not a requirement that all your extracurricular activities directly correlate to your major. In fact, having a diverse range of experiences can showcase your adaptability, interests outside your major, and your ability to contribute to the campus community in various ways.

That being said, it's still a good idea to have a few key extracurricular activities that do align with your intended major, as this can indicate a genuine interest and some level of experience in that field. For instance, if you plan to pursue engineering, participating in a robotics club or engineering competitions would support your application.

At the same time, don't forget that colleges value multifaceted applicants who can bring a range of talents and perspectives to their campuses. Involvement in unrelated extracurriculars can help demonstrate your well-roundedness and could potentially set you apart from applicants whose activities are solely focused on their major.