Do you have any suggestions that will make me more attractive to colleges? I am a straight A sophomore who wants to be first in my family to go to college. I am kind of a book worm. I need to improve my extracurriculars. Do you have any leadership suggestions for me? Thank you. Remy
thank you. please let me know if there is anything i can do to help you with your organization. its obvious that we are being attacked. what are they so afraid of? anyhow thank you again. i am building up my leadership but i am determined to get there
Good Afternoon Remy! Awesome job on maintaining straight A's. Keep it up! In addition to academics, exhibiting leadership through your extracurricular involvement is also a very important factor universities consider in college admissions. I am glad that you have made note of this and are interested in improving this important factor. Improving your leadership will be very helpful in making you more attractive to colleges. Here is some helpful information on building leadership:
Clubs/Organizations: One of the most convenient ways to build leadership experience is being actively involved in clubs and/or community service organizations. Your full-time involvement in these activities can help you be a perfect candidate for a potential leadership position in a club or organization. These leadership positions often require additional responsibility and involvement in the club/organization's internal affairs. This simply shows college admissions committees that you are a leader and are able to work others in creating impact.
School Leadership Positions: Many high schools offer positions, such as student body president and junior class vice president, to allow exceptional students to be involved in school affairs. Positions require involvement in planing school spirit activities and being a representative of your peers. This can show college admissions committees that you are a voice for people and that you have the ability to bring people together to accomplish a goal.
Lastly, impressing colleges with your leadership qualities does not always require a leadership position. You can also exhibit leadership through your actions and involvement in the activities you are most devoted to.
I hope this information will help you take steps in building your leadership experience. Also, I highly recommend that you check out the Black Up Plan to help you with other important factors in the college admissions process. By excelling in school and building your leadership, I am confident that you will achieve your dream of becoming the 1st in your family to go to college.😊