Hello, I'm a high school junior who's been actively involved in my local church throughout high school. I was wondering if I could include my church-related activities as extracurriculars on my college applications? Thanks for your advice!
Absolutely! Involvement in church-related activities is indeed considered an extracurricular activity. Colleges appreciate students who have demonstrated commitment and leadership in their communities, and your participation in church activities can showcase these qualities.
When listing your activities on college applications, be sure to describe your roles and responsibilities in detail. This will help admissions officers understand the depth and breadth of your involvement. For more guidance on how to effectively present your extracurricular activities, you may find this CollegeVine blog post helpful: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-fill-out-the-common-app-activities-section/.
Good luck with your college applications, and keep up the great work in your community!
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