Career Questions tagged Extracurriculars

What extracurriculars should I participate in to make myself a better applicant as a junior in highschool?
Right now I am a junior in High School and my extracurriculars aren't the best but I want to go to a good college I think it would help if I strengthened my extracurriculars so I was wondering what extracurriculars I should try.

What are some good extracurricular activities I could do as a junior in high school?
In my past years of high school I haven't really done anything other than academics and I want to get involved to help me get accepted into better colleges. I already volunteer, attend school clubs, go to mentorship and college prep programs, and plan to do track in my senior year. What else...

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Extracurriculars
How do I develop my extracurriculars for my college application in 1 year?

What extracurricular activities do colleges look for if you don't play a sport? #FALL22
I would like to get into an Ivy League college but i don't play a sport. I do a lot of other extracurricular activities like playing the violin, community service, DECA, tech crew, and case rally, ect. I wanted to know if colleges look at these clubs as of equal value to sports.

How do I get into a high ranking college?
my scores in academics aren't that...good. I have around 2Bs and 2Cs in my A levels and I want to ensure that I can still get into a few top-tiered colleges. In what ways can I build my portfolio so I can get in without much of a focus on my 'lack of academic performance'?

How many extracurriculars should I be involved in for my college applications?
Is there an amount that is too much or an amount that is too low? Please let me know.

Extracurriculars for biology/animal science majors?
I'm a current Junior in high school and was wondering about extracurriculars that would make me stand out when applying to colleges next year? I know that volunteering at an animal rescue would but was wondering if there were more options?

What would be the benefits of joining Phi Theta Kappa as a remote student?
My community college has invited me to join their Phi Theta Kappa club several times. However, I don't feel that there's much point in me joining because I am a remote out of state student. I don't that I would be very much involved in the club. The only benefit that I can think of is that it...

Are there online clubs for remote college students?
My college doesn't have any remote clubs. Should I join a online group instead of a club?

Are MOOCS good on a college application?
I was wondering if Mass Open Online Courses are good on a college application if I don't pay for a certification?

What extracurriculars should I participate in?
I was wondering what extracurriculars and stuff I can do to help me get accepted in the biomedical engineering major?

I need some names of sites, where I can enhance my extracurriculars this summer online.
I have tried Coursera, but the courses are paid. For online volunteering, I want some short-term online opportunities, if anybody can help me, that would really help.

I want to enhance my extra-curriculums from home for college, but don't know where to start. Any advice?
I want to do something this summer to learn new skills as well as better my chances in the best colleges around the world. I am a business student.

Are there benefits to doing extra curricular activities in college?
I know that doing extracurricular activities in high school help with getting into a better college but once I'm in college is there any real benefits that they give me other than personal things?

Is extracurricular activity important in college?
#college #college-advice

What kind of extra curricular activities should I be involved in ?
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What is the procedure for a Indian student to get into a vet school abroad right after 12th?What are the requirements & exams required?
#academic-advising #college-student #extracurriculars #school-counseling #student-affairs #veterinary# abroad studying

Where can I freelance as a 15 year old high school student?
I've been freelancing and writing articles for clients for 6 months now. I'm at Fiverr and someone has been contacting me for jobs. But, I want to do more. Where else can I freelance? You have to be at least 18 to join Upwork. Do you have any suggestions as to where I can freelance and find...

Nursing school while playing minor hockey?
I am going to start nursing school in September 2021 and want to continue playing minor hockey (I am young enough still to play minor hockey for 2 years). It’s not overly competitive but I love the sport more than life. I’m worried about balancing it with the demands of nursing school...

What extracurricular activities are more appealing and noticeable to faculty at Columbia University?
Hi I’m currently a rising senior in high school and I’ve been considering which colleges I would like to go to. At the top of my list is Columbia University but it’s very difficult to get into. Are there any particular extracurricular activities that stand out more on the college applications?...

What extracurricular activities do medical school want to see on my application?
#college #medicalschool #premed #extracurriculars

What types of extracurricular activities are colleges most interested in?
Are they more interested in group activities like marching band or a sports team? Or are they more interested in academic organizations like student government, FBLA, or SMAC (Student Movement Against Cancer)? Is work experience, like teaching piano lessons, equally as important or more...

Should I focus on academics or extracurricular activities?
I will start a one year graduate program this fall. I am also active as a volunteer and leader in several organizations that match my interests and later career goals. If my academic responsibilities and my responsibilities due to my positions in these organizations conflict, can it make sense...

What college extracurriculars should I focus on?
I'm starting college in the fall and am wondering what type of extracurriculars I should do. I'm aware of the many types that my school offers but I want to know how my time would be best spent as a pre-med student. I will of course do what I find enjoyable but I also want to know of any...

How much extracurricular work is too much?
Graduate classes + a (mandatory) internship + a job = Too much? My graduate program requires me to work an internship. My financial situation requires me to work another job. But after the homework, the interning, and the work days -- will I miss out on school organizations, meetings,...

Advice for extracurricular activities?
I am going to a four-year college in the fall, and I want to participate in extracurricular activities. I know it will look better on my college resume, and possibly open up the door for more scholarships However, I have panic disorder and am not very good around large groups of people. I am...

What are some of the extracurrciulars I should have on my resume for competitive schools and medical schools?
I'm kind of confused on which extracurriculars to join that will make my resume look good for competitive schools and medical schools in general. Are there any specific must-haves I should have like NHS? What are some of the extra ones that will also look good? #extracurriculars...

Are there any particular clubs that would be beneficial post-college?
I'm curious if there are any specific fields of clubs anyone would recommend that might help me post-college. I'm talking about non-frats, since my transfer college doesn't offer those. #extracurriculars #student-clubs #college #post-college

How time consuming are Extracurricular activities in college?
High school activities are often a big commitment. For someone in college for engineering will it be too much? #extracurriculars #time-management