The Arts Supplement Deep Dive: When & How to Submit Portfolios
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipIf you’re a talented artist, musician, actor, or dancer applying to college, your creative work can be a... Read More
From Member to Leader: A Roadmap for Taking Initiative in Your Clubs
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipBeing part of school clubs and activities is great, but taking on a leadership role can significantly enhance ... Read More
Virtual Volunteering Opportunities: Making an Impact from Home
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipVolunteering is a great way to give back, learn new skills, and strengthen your college applications. But busy... Read More
Family Responsibilities as Meaningful Contributions: How to Frame Caring for Siblings or Family Members
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipMany students have significant responsibilities at home, like regularly caring for younger siblings, looking a... Read More
The Power of Independent Projects: Research, Creative Writing, Coding Projects as ECs
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipWhen thinking about extracurriculars, clubs, sports, and volunteering often come to mind. But some of the most... Read More
Finding Your Unique Passion: Extracurriculars That Align with Unique Academic Interests
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipStandard extracurriculars like student government, sports, or the school newspaper are great. But what if your... Read More
Leveraging Your Part-Time Job as a Meaningful Extracurricular
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipMany high school students balance school with part-time jobs – working at local shops, restaurants, or offices... Read More
Online Communities & Forums as Extracurriculars (Reddit Mods, Discord Servers, Fan Wikis)
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipYour life doesn’t just happen within school walls. Many students spend significant time participating in... Read More
Quantifying Your Extracurricular Impact: Adding Numbers & Data (Even When It Feels Qualitative)
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipWhen describing your extracurricular activities on college applications or resumes, simply listing your role i... Read More
The “Spike” vs. “Well-Rounded”: Choosing Extracurriculars That Tell Your Story
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipWhen choosing extracurricular activities, students often wonder what colleges prefer: being involved in many d... Read More