Admissions Mom

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Every year, I receive tons of questions about how many extracurricular activities are necessary and whether a kids chances will be hurt because they havent performed at Carnegie Hall, been speaking Mandarin since they were five, or cured cancer. Its an important part of your application. They want to know that, too. The bad news?

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

So, you've decided that engineering is your pathfantastic choice! Pursuing an engineering major offers a plethora of opportunities, from mechanical engineering to architecture and civil engineering.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Admissions officers mark each individual factor (grades, test scores, essays, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, etc.) They will pay much less attention to your grades in your “extracurricular pursuits done while in school,” including music, theater, business, art, debate, and athletics.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

You already know that summer and extracurricular activities are a great way to explore your interests, challenge yourself, and maybe even strengthen your college application along the way. Download a Printable Version of the Values List CEGS Epic List of Summer and extracurricular Ideas Organized by Values Thats right.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. Extracurricular activities Harvard values students who are passionate and committed to activities outside the classroom. What does Harvard look for in an applicant?

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This could be related to an extracurricular activity, work, volunteering, an academic activity, family responsibility, or any other non-classroom activity. 100-250 words) Prompt 2(optional) Do you have any employment or family obligations that limit your participation in extracurricular activities? If so, please describe.

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Grown & Flown

MARCH 21, 2025

I thought Id be seen as a lazy parent if I let him quit all his extracurriculars, sleep whenever he wanted, and ignore the fact his room looked like a crime scene. I felt sorry I pushed my son so hard It hit me how hard I had pushed him for the past year, and it hadnt done anything except strain our relationship.

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Grown & Flown

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

I had stress in high school, but I wasn’t always hearing a competitive results-focused message from my parents, friends, extracurricular activities, school district, and phone. It only depresses me, and I don’t even have to attend school there. Teenagers are under a lot of stress. I never thought that would be my role.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 20, 2025

9 th grade is an exciting time as hopefully you have made a smooth transition to high school and found a comfortable balance between your academics, extracurriculars, and social life. As you move along in high school, continue with those extracurricular interests that engage you and give you a sense of accomplishment. Enjoy Yourself!

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Most middle school students haven’t been exposed to many different academic and extracurricular opportunities to help them find their areas of interest. At Top Tier Admissions, we tap into our students’ curiosity, broadening their academic world and exploring new and unique options for extracurriculars.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Research Undergraduate Business Programs Researching strong undergraduate business programs and their admissions requirements can help you set academic and extracurricular goals for high school. Graduate School Essay Guidance Secure admission to top Masters, PhD, MBA, law and medical school programs.

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Princeton College Consulting

JANUARY 12, 2025

Many of us are familiar with the standard elements of a college applicationsuch as your academic background, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. While these are all important components of an applicants profile, you might still wonder: What do admissions committees really look for when evaluating a candidate?

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. LEARN MORE At TTA, writing is fundamental to our work with studentsand not only in supporting them through college application essays.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Overloading on Extracurriculars It’s easy to think that more is better, but an endless list of extracurriculars without real depth is like a lumbering Frankenstein’s creature—impressive in size but lacking true heart. Solution : Seek out teachers or mentors who truly know you and can speak confidently about your strengths.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This means more competition for every spot and higher expectations for grades, test scores, essays, and extracurriculars. If your scores don’t quite hit these benchmarks, consider skipping them and focusing on other strengths, like stellar essays or leadership in extracurriculars. Yale University 3.7% Brown University 5.2%

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 20, 2025

When planning for the college application process, we often focus on the parts of the application you create: your essays, your extracurricular activities, your award-winning projects, etc. As you might imagine, it is essential that you get to know your counselor so that they are eager to support you in the college admissions process.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

To boost your chances, focus on maintaining a strong GPA , engaging in extracurriculars, and showcasing what makes you unique. Keep up those grades, get involved in extracurriculars, and make your passion for what UC Davis offers stand out in your application. UC Davis accepts a solid number of applicants, so dont get discouraged.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 19, 2025

Harvards Academic Excellence Research and Innovation at Harvard Notable Harvard Alumni Harvards Cultural and Artistic Contributions Harvard Extracurriculars Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways Harvards Academic Excellence Aspiring Harvard applicants are well aware of the universitys reputation for academic excellence.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

(3 words) What is your most meaningful extracurricular commitment, and what would you like us to know about it? 50 words) Required for transfer students: What is your most meaningful extracurricular commitment, and what would you like us to know about it? 100 words) In one sentence, Why Brown? (50

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

To have a real shot, your application needs to stand out in every waygrades, essays, recommendations, and extracurriculars. That means your essays need to be sharp, your recommendations glowing, and your extracurriculars meaningful. If youre not submitting them, make sure your essays and extracurriculars pack an extra punch.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 3, 2025

C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. At TTA, our unique counseling and college essay editing process directly enhances metacognition, which profoundly benefits our students.

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HelloCollege

JANUARY 2, 2025

Demonstrate Problem-Solving Skills: Share examples of academic or extracurricular projects that highlight your critical thinking abilities. Preparing for a High School Research Program Application Tips for High School Students Highlight Your Curiosity: Showcase your passion for learning and discovery in STEM fields.

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ACM College Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Engage in Extracurriculars Colleges want to see students who are involved outside of the classroom. By focusing on academics, extracurriculars, college research, and relationships now, you’ll be in a great position to tackle your college applications senior year. Focus on quality over quantity.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

It is becoming even more important for students to show a commitment to their academic interests as part of their extracurricular activities. Now is the time for students to consider both their extracurricular activities and their summer plans to use their time to pursue their interests.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 4, 2025

C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. These are the qualities that admissions officers are seeking. LEARN MORE PASSION PROJECT: WHAT TOP TIER ADMISSIONS WILL DO At Top Tier Admissions, we are educators first.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

According to a National Association of Colleges and Employers survey, 81% of employers look for leadership skills and extracurricular involvement on student resumes. Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars Finding a balance between academics and extracurricular activities is crucial in college.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 10, 2025

C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. Strong mentorship, seeking out opportunities, and fostering intellectual curiosity can lead to extraordinary outcomesregardless of where a student attends college.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Think back to our holistic conversation—consider balancing extracurriculars, responsibilities, and mental well-being with your academic courses. At the end of the day, this conversation is a highly individualized one. What may be an appropriate course load for some may be overwhelming for others.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

OCTOBER 30, 2024

You could include information about extracurricular activities, scholarships, or campus events that align with their interests. Feature real students and staff sharing their experiences, whether about academic achievements, extracurricular activities, or campus culture. Do make use of authentic storytelling in your video ads.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

Extracurriculars. Show how youve made a difference at your current institution, whether through academic achievements, extracurricular leadership, or community involvement. How hard it is to get into Stanford depends on a combination of factors, including extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Plan ahead and start early.

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Grown & Flown

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Clubs & Activities : What extracurriculars are available? Honors College Housing : Is there dedicated honors housing? Is it required for first-year students? Greek Life : What percentage of students participate? How many students participate, and what are the most popular? Traditional College Experience : How strong is school spirit?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 14, 2025

10 th grade is an exciting time as you have hopefully found a nice rhythm between your academics, extracurriculars, and social life. Continue to refine your extracurriculars (ECs) and explore leadership roles Pursue those extracurricular interests that engage you and that give you a sense of accomplishment.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

If you applied by a mid-October or early-November deadline, we know that by late January youve had updates to your academic, extracurricular, and personal records. There are a wide range of reasons why this might be the case, but they mainly fall into two categories: We would like to see more information from the student.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MARCH 26, 2025

Schools must take proactive steps to foster engagement through meaningful initiatives that encourage academic, social, and extracurricular involvement. Another highly effective strategy is gamification, where game design elements, such as rewards, leaderboards, and challenges, are integrated into academic and extracurricular activities.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 26, 2025

Well talk about the requirements, extracurriculars, and resources you can expect at the school. UPenn Premed Requirements and Coursework Extracurricular Activities for UPenn Premed Students Resources for UPenn Premed Students Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways UPenn Premed Requirements and Coursework UPenn premed isnt a formal major.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 2, 2025

You may discover that a school with a later deadline is a better fit for your academic goals, extracurricular interests, or personal preferences.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Do you have to be a star athlete, or a straight-A student, or maybe the president of every extracurricular club? These scholarships typically require excellent grades, high test scores, and sometimes additional criteria like leadership, community service, or extracurricular involvement. Eligibility: Must be a U.S.

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