College Transitions

APRIL 30, 2024

Finding internships in high school can be difficult, especially because most internships are designed for college students and postgrads. It can be especially hard to find remote internships that work with your school schedule and don’t require expensive travel.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 30, 2023

You can also join extracurriculars that aren’t specifically econ, but add some social-science-y flair, like writing for the school paper, joining the debate team, or the community service org that teaches financial literacy. Macroeconomics club? Behavioral Economics Club?

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Starting to build out your extracurricular profile in your interest area as a freshman could be the thing that pushes you into admission at schools like Harvard, MIT, and Stanford. Keep reading for ideas on how to build out your extracurricular profile, discover your interests, and find your niche. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 11, 2024

But you might have opportunities to take advanced classes, and since colleges care about what you’ve been doing since Day One of high school, we think you should take them. Some high schools might offer you the option to take AP classes; we’ve found that AP Human Geography, for example, is a pretty standard option for freshmen.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 17, 2024

Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, you are here to learn about the best extracurriculars you can do if you’re interested in law. When you put together an application for your dream school, you have to think like a lawyer and bring solid evidence that you’re the right person for them to admit into their program – aka, your extracurriculars.

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College Transitions

AUGUST 28, 2023

Though many internships are designed for college students, some high school computer science internships also provide motivated students with experiences in the professional field. Listed below are some excellent computer […]

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PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

I highly recommend trying out some medical experiences in high school before committing to a pre-med track. Many of my high school friends who hoped to go into medicine ended up changing their major during college when the pre-med courses got too difficult.

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Solomon Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2022

With so many choices for extracurriculars, it can be very difficult to determine which activities are best. No matter what stage of your high school experience you may be in, the extracurriculars you spend your time on are important as they are a chance for you to enhance your leadership skills, knowledge, and experiences.

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HelloCollege

MAY 12, 2023

If you’re a student applying to college, you might be wondering what high school class rank is and how it affects the college admissions process. While grades, extracurriculars, and test scores definitely hold a lot of weight in any admissions decision, class rank is also factored in. What Is Class Rank in High School?

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 21, 2023

Other parts of your application have to shine; this includes having killer extracurriculars. Why do extracurriculars matter? But the harder a school is to get into the more important it is to have more than just great grades. You should be striving to have the type of extracurricular resume that Dartmouth is looking for.

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SSA Online College Prep

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Learn why extracurricular activities are so important for college admissions! Need options for extracurricular activities ? These include your GPA, personal statement, SAT scores, and extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities are a notable factor that colleges look for in anyone’s application.

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College Transitions

APRIL 12, 2024

i] As college admissions become more competitive, there are many steps a student can take to achieve high school success and become an outstanding candidate for college admissions: earning high SAT scores, securing strong letters of recommendation, and participating in various competitions […]

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College Transitions

JULY 24, 2023

One of the dreaded parts of many high school students’ college applications is the activity list. This is where you list your extracurriculars and what roles you played in them. While the personal statement, supplements,

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Certain colleges tend to be popular at different high schools. Basically, college admissions officers evaluate applicants based on their qualifications (grades, extracurriculars, test scores etc.). Second, a student’s chances of admission can be affected by the historic relationship between the high school and college.

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Solomon Admissions

APRIL 12, 2023

There are many moving parts to the college admissions process, yet most students and families don’t understand the integral role their high school counselor plays. High school counselors can help students with the college admissions process in a number of ways.

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Princeton College Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

How many AP Courses should I take in high school? While it varies by high school, many high schools start their curriculum planning process for the following year as early as January or February. Your interests: If you are interested in a subject, you are more likely to enjoy the class and do well in it.

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Admissions.Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

Career mapping is a crucial process for high school students, as it allows them to gain clarity on their interests, skills, and aspirations and align them with suitable career paths. Also, consider participating in extracurricular activities or volunteer work to gain practical experience and develop new skills.

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The Koppelman Group

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Entrepreneurship is a great specialty to pursue throughout high school. We recommend aligning your classes and extracurriculars around the area and then applying directly to programs and majors that are a natural extension of your specialty. We’re experts at helping students develop impressive extracurriculars.

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College Transitions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

You’ve toured the college campuses, aced your exams, and are finally nearing the end of your high school career. As you ready your application, however, you notice a lack of extracurriculars. You’ve heard that extracurricular activities for college applications are essential, and now you’re […]

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 9, 2023

A big part of that is extracurriculars. Yes, this includes grades and scores, but also essays, supplemental materials, and especially extracurriculars. That’s a lot, but we are here to tell you, the easiest way to show off your passions and curiosity is through your extracurriculars. Let’s take a look at their extracurriculars.

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 30, 2023

One of the most important things you will need is great extracurriculars Why does Brown care about what you do after school? Well, it’s not just after school. So what should your extracurriculars look like? Get involved as much as you can Brown knows some high schools have more opportunities than others.

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College Wise

DECEMBER 16, 2022

That's why exploring business-related extracurriculars and demonstrating an academic interest throughout high school can help increase students' chances of admission to college and their dream program. Not so with business applicants.

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Princeton College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

If you do hope to go the pre-med route in college, you’ll need to have high grades and test scores, but also impressive extracurricular activities. Why Extracurriculars Matter So Much. Extracurriculars are one way to separate driven, passionate, and the most intellectually curious students from the rest of the pack.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

It is the time of year when high schoolers choose their courses for the upcoming academic year. Have a tentative plan for courses to take in all four years of high school. High school students should aim to take advanced courses in which they can achieve strong grades. Pick electives wisely.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Colleges like to see consistency throughout your high school career, and starting off on the right foot is the best way to set yourself up for four years of strong grades. Perfect grades and scores are the best foundation for a strong application to a top-tier Ivy League level school. It’s a big move! Things feel real!

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 19, 2023

We often hammer home to our students the importance of developing an academic area of expertise throughout high school. We also recommend our students increase their odds by applying to a specific program or major at their top choice school that is a natural extension of their academic niche.

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Admissions.Blog

AUGUST 4, 2023

Suggesting that students should pursue 10 activities while in high school and producing a great academic record does not make good sense to us. A significant number of students engage in more than ten extracurricular activities during the course of their years in high school.

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Admissions.Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

It’s Fall 2023, you are a high school senior applying to America’s most selective colleges, and you don’t have an extracurricular résumé? Sign up for and start taking How to Build an Extraordinary Extracurricular Résumé today. So, what are you waiting for?

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HelloCollege

APRIL 20, 2023

As a high school student, maintaining good grades and raising your GPA should be your top priority. But, while the work you do in the classroom should be highlighted on your college application, you should also take the time to flesh out your extracurriculars. Is Babysitting Actually an Extracurricular Activity?

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Summer programs provide high school students with opportunities to explore their academic interests and spark new passions. They also allow high school students to get a taste of college life and meet other students from all over the world.

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Great College Advice

JULY 25, 2023

One of the most-oft questions I get from families is some version of this: “Which is more important — grades or extracurricular activities? Schools like to admit people who are good at school. Grades are more important than your extracurricular activities. Here’s the answer. Hands down. Why is that?

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

If you are a high school junior or your son or daughter is a high school junior and you are thinking about applying to direct BS/MD programs, it’s time to get really serious about either planning or implementing your plans. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES – Are your extracurricular activities meaningless or meaningful?

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Estrela Consulting Blog

AUGUST 4, 2023

A common question vocalized by many high school students as they consider their extracurricular choices. “But…what counts?” Decoding their question, what they mean to ask is: "What will impress college admission officers?" The answer is both strangely simple and deep.YOU. You will impress college admission representatives.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 4, 2023

We help our students develop a well-defined academic brand over the course of high school. Creating an Action Plan Our method is rigorous, but we like to get started early so students can spread the work out across the last three years of high school. We help with that, too!) Junior year is stressful enough.

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 29, 2023

If you’re considering majoring in philosophy in college, you may not know where to start when it comes to extracurriculars. There aren’t many direct analogs between high school activities and a philosophy degree, so you’ll need to get creative to help your application stand out. Luckily, we’re here to help.

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HelloCollege

MAY 25, 2023

Many students struggle to decide which extracurriculars to include on their college applications and which activities to cross off. This challenge is understandable, given the multitude of activities students participate in over the four years of high school. Some of these might be obvious initially, but others might not!

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 18, 2023

Despite the popularity of art history at the collegiate level, very few high school students have access to studying art history beyond a course or two (if that, even) in high school. This is where extracurriculars come in, and why they are so important. If you’re not sure where to start, send us an email.

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