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I’m a junior in hs and I have always been aiming for T20 schools. However, recently I realized so many applicants to these schools have state/national awards, ultra-competitive internships, published a book, did independent research or research with a prestigious university, etc. I don’t know how people get involved in these things and if they’re necessary for admission; by application season I will have done 3 (noncompetitive) internships, started a few school clubs related to my major and an organizer for a club outside of school, I started a (very) small business, and have served 300+ volunteer hours. Otherwise I have almost perfect “stats” and 12 APs, but I don’t think any of this is competitive enough. Are super prestigious and impressive awards/ECs important for T20 admission? I don’t mean this as a “chance me” I just want to know how the admissions process goes. Thank you so much for reading and any responses are appreciated!
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Many people are in Honors Society or clubs that are offered nation wide. A lot of people say this but passion project goes a long way whatever you have passion is follow that and it doesn’t have to earn 100 grand or any money but something that would show you have dedication
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