<p>I know that most people who apply to Harvard have amazing academics, and are usually involved in tons of community service or extra-curricular activities.</p>
<p>While I do have your typical ivy-league grades: straight A's, honor/AP classes, Top 5 out of a class of more than 1,000, National Honor Society etc. etc. etc.... I'm not involved in so many extra-curriculars. I'm very dedicated to one sport and spend around 30 hours a week training (4-5 hours per day/ 6 days a week). I'm part of the National team, and aspire to go to the Olympics. I do try and fit in community service whenever I can, but my free time is pretty limited as I'm always travelling for competitions and training camps. Is it okay that I'm not that "well-rounded" but rather.... "well-lopsided"?</p>
<p>If you're on the national team, the coach ought to be aware of you. If you're on the coach's list, your lack of multiple ECA's shouldn't make a difference. But make sure you're in contact with the coach.</p>
<p>The admissions committee is very aware (or tries to be) of how much a particular extracurricular activity actually means to the applicant. So the fact that you are deeply involved in one activity could actually be more advantageous than being involved superficially in tons of activities. From what you posted, it looks like you have an excellent chance.</p>
<p>Excellent LittleLis! I've stammered around trying to explain to friends the characteristic quirk of Harvard's preference in ECs. "Well-lopsided" is the perfect description!</p>