Common App Activities

Hi, I’m planning to major in biology and so most of my activities are bio related. However, I was wondering if I should also list my heavy metal band as an activity. We usually perform alot of gigs in the local neighborhood and are currently trying to create a demo cd. Should I list this as an extracurricular activity even though it has nothing to do with my major?

Yes, you want to reveal who you are and what you’re interested in and how you spend your time. Put it closer to the bottom, however, since you’re not a music major.

Good luck!

Absolutely - it is a nice that you are not one-dimensional. And FWIW I wouldn’t necessarily put it on the bottom of your list – I’d put in where it belong relative to the time/energy/importance you place on the band versus your bio related activities.