Hey everyone! I'm trying to build up my resume and was looking for examples of awards and achievements that would look good on college applications. Do y'all have any suggestions of competitions or achievements that I should aim for during my high school career?
Hey there! It's great that you're working on building your resume. When considering awards and achievements for your college applications, it's important to think about your interests and strengths, as well as the level of recognition that an award carries. Here are a few examples of awards and competitions from various fields that tend to be well-regarded:
1. Academic Competitions:
- National Merit Scholarship Program
- National Speech and Debate Tournament
- Math Olympiad
- United States Physics Team
- Science Olympiad
- National Academic Quiz Tournaments
- International Chemistry Olympiad
2. Writing/Literary Awards:
- Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
- Congressional Art Competition
- National Council of Teachers of English Achievement Awards
- YoungArts Awards
3. Leadership/Service Awards:
- President's Volunteer Service Award
- Eagle Scout (Boy Scouts) or Gold Award (Girl Scouts)
- American Legion Oratorical Contest
- HOBY Leadership Seminar
- RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)
4. Extracurricular-Specific Awards:
- All-State/All-Region sports team recognition
- State or regional music/band/orchestra competitions (e.g., All-State Musician)
- Technology Student Association (TSA) competitions (for tech-centered interests)
- DECA or FBLA awards (for business/entrepreneurship interests)
5. Government/Politics Awards:
- Model United Nations (MUN) awards, like Best Delegate or Outstanding Delegate
- American Legion Boys/Girls State
- Presidential Scholars Program
Remember, these are just examples, and there are many more opportunities to showcase your abilities in various fields. It's also important to focus on quality over quantity, so choose competitions and awards that align with your passions and enable you to demonstrate your strengths in those areas.
Good luck with your resume building and future applications!
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