Do colleges care about volunteering?

Do colleges care about volunteering?

College admissions officers love to see students who are passionate leaders, and volunteering is a great way to gain some leadership experience. Instead of merely completing the mandatory service hours that may be required by your high school, take the time to research a cause that inspires you.

Can you still get into college without extracurriculars?

Unfortunately, if you have spent your entire high school career genuinely doing no extracurriculars, you’ve hurt your chances of getting into many schools.

Do hobbies count as extracurricular activities?

Almost any hobby or interest can count as an extracurricular, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will, on its own, be a strong addition to your college application. There are a few key things you can do to turn a regular hobby or interest into a strong extracurricular.

What extracurriculars stand out?

Impressive Extracurricular Activities:Student Government.Academic Teams and Clubs.The Debate Team.The Arts.Internships.Culture Clubs.Volunteer Work and Community Service.The Student Newspaper.