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Position/leadership descriptions for common app examples

Hey guys, I'm a bit stuck with how to describe my position/leadership roles in extracurricular activities on my common app, while also keeping it concise. Anyone got any good examples or advice on how to do this? Thanks in advance!

11 months ago

Sure, I can help you with that! The key to describing your leadership roles in the Common App is to be clear, concise, and focus on your impact within each activity. You have limited characters, so make every word count. Here are a few examples for different kinds of activities:

1. Newspaper Editor: "Oversaw team of 25 writers; implemented new content strategy resulting in a 20% online readership increase."

2. Drama Club President: "Organized fundraising, directed plays, and managed club budget to provide artistic opportunities for 60+ members."

3. Varsity Soccer Captain: "Led team trainings; established positive team culture through mentorship, resulting in improved communication and on-field performance."

4. Student Council Treasurer: "Administered $10,000 annual budget for student activities; streamlined funding process enhancing club event quality."

5. Math Club Founder: "Established club; recruited 30 members to participate in math competitions; coordinated weekly meetings to improve problem-solving skills."

When crafting your descriptions, make sure to emphasize the scope of your leadership, tangible outcomes or improvements, and any mentoring or guidance you provided to others. By doing so, you'll paint a clearer picture of your leadership and its impact—even within the character limit. Good luck!

11 months ago

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