Creating an “Activity Resume” Just for Brainstorming & Tracking
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipThroughout high school, you join clubs, play sports, volunteer, work part-time, and pursue hobbies. When it co... Read More
Peer Tutoring & Mentoring as Leadership & Impact Extracurriculars
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipMany students help their classmates succeed through peer tutoring or mentoring programs. While you might see i... Read More
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
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
Applying Undecided: How to Frame Your Application When You Don’t Know Your Major
College Applications and AdmissionsMany students feel pressure to pick a major before college. But what if you’re unsure? It’s perfec... Read More
Counselor Corner: Streamlining the College Application Process for Your Students
College Applications and AdmissionsSchool counselors, you are the superheroes of college application season! You guide countless students through... Read More
Decoding College Admission Rates: What Those Numbers Mean?
College Applications and AdmissionsCollege admission rates. You see them everywhere. College websites show them off. Rankings lists shout them ou... Read More