Hi, I'm a junior and have been babysitting my younger siblings for a couple of years now. Is it appropriate to include this in my list of extracurricular activities on college applications? Thanks!
Hey there! Absolutely, babysitting can definitely be considered an extracurricular activity. Colleges like seeing applicants who have developed skills and demonstrated responsibility, which babysitting certainly involves.
When you mention your babysitting experience on your application, it's important to highlight the specific tasks you were responsible for, as well as how much time you spent doing it. Were you in charge of preparing meals, helping with homework, or organizing activities for your siblings? Include those details!
Colleges appreciate the diversity in applicants' backgrounds and experiences, so something like babysitting can be just as valuable as participating in school clubs or sports. Just make sure to also include any other activities and accomplishments you have, to create a well-rounded picture of who you are as an individual. Good luck with your applications!
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