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What kind of activities do colleges prefer to see on applications?

Hey guys! I'm a junior trying to plan ahead, and I'm curious about what colleges actually prefer to see in terms of extracurriculars. Do they like traditional activities like student government and sports, or are unique hobbies and personal projects just as good?

a year ago

That's a great question! Colleges generally appreciate seeing a mix of activities that demonstrate leadership, commitment, and passion. Whether it's traditional extracurriculars like student government and sports or unique hobbies and personal projects, the key is to show deep involvement and progress over time. For example, if you're in student government and you've worked your way up to a president or treasurer position, that indicates commitment and leadership. On the other hand, if you have a unique hobby like astronomy, and you're actively involved in community outreach, giving talks, or organizing events, that shows initiative and passion. It's not so much the type of activity, but what you do within that realm that makes the difference. Colleges want to see that you're taking your interests to the next level and becoming a committed, engaged, and contributing member of your community.

a year ago

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