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Within that college application you have to give a list
of your extracurricular activities. So what do you include?
Find out here.
Internships Versus Summer Programs
As college admissions become increasingly competitive, students are no longer relaxing at the beach during their summer breaks. Instead, they are more innovative and assertive about advancing their studies and professional experiences.
The Admissions Advantage of Summer Programs
College-sponsored summer
academic programs are increasingly popular among high
school students; however, the advantage gained by summer
program participation is not quite the one some people
think it is.
Study Shows Dual-enrollment Programs Beneficial
Dual-enrollment programs have
increased in popularity in recent years; students who
take college courses while in high school are more
likely than their peers to graduate, go on and do well
in college.
What Admissions Committees Look For in Extracurriculars
College applications
always have a section where applicants are asked to list
their extracurricular activities – and there's a reason
for that.
Squash as a Wow Factor
Squash – the sport, not the humble gourd – is growing in popularity, especially in the Northeast, but has it become the
athletic "wow" factor for college applicants?
Case Study: Going from Good to Outstanding
"A lot of different factors feed into college admissions decisions. Sometimes the most surprising things can
turn out to be a plus or a minus..."
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