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Impressive things to include on college applications?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior looking to strengthen my college application. What are some things that would look impressive and show my dedication to both academics and extracurriculars?

9 months ago

There are a variety of ways you can strengthen your college application by showcasing your dedication to academics and extracurriculars. Here are a few ideas:

Academics:

1. Take rigorous courses: Enroll in Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or Honors courses. These demonstrate your ability to take on challenging coursework.

2. Maintain a strong GPA: Aim for a high cumulative GPA and try to maintain a consistent level of achievement throughout your high school years.

3. Pursue independent research or projects: Consider conducting independent research or working on a project related to your academic interests, such as entering a science fair, writing a research paper for a conference, or participating in a competition.

Extracurriculars:

1. Develop a "spike": Focus on one or two areas in which you excel and dedicate significant time and effort to develop your skills. This could be a sport, musical instrument, academic competition, or community service.

2. Leadership roles: Take on leadership positions in clubs or organizations, showing your ability to manage, motivate, and guide others.

3. Impactful community service: Engage in meaningful and long-term volunteer work that demonstrates your commitment to helping others.

4. Pursue awards or competitions: Compete in relevant contests or events tied to your interests, aiming for regional, state, or national recognition.

5. Start a club or organization: If you have a unique interest or passion, consider starting your own club or organization at school or within your community.

Tier 1 and 2 extracurriculars are particularly impressive, as they show exceptional achievement or leadership at the national or international level or high levels of achievement and leadership. Examples include winning a national academic or artistic competition, being a top-ranking athlete in your state, or serving as student body president.

Remember, it's important to choose activities that you enjoy and are passionate about, as this will make it easier to dedicate time and effort to them. Additionally, quality is more important than quantity, so focus on achieving depth and success in a few key areas rather than spreading yourself too thin.

9 months ago

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