Step 4 Extra Curricular Activity
How to find your passion
College admissions offices look at more than your grades. Your sports, hobbies, high school club activity and other interests outside the classroom help the admissions office decide if you will be a good “fit” in the class they are recruiting.
Book: What High Schools Don’t Tell You: 300+ Secrets to Make Your Kid Irresistible to Colleges by Senior Year, by Elizabeth Wissner-Gross
Great resources for summer programs and loads of extra curricular advice.
Book: The College Hook: Packaging Yourself to Win the College Admissions Game, by Pam Proctor
A good book for using your EC’s to develop a “hook” that will give you a unique appeal to admissions officers and make you stand out from the crowd.
Web: WAVES for Success
Build your resume with meaningful part-time employment while studying. Learn best practices for teen jobs from the employers point of view on this great website.
