Do colleges care if you're a drum major in band?

Pre-College Issues High School Life
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<p>Hey y'all, I was just wondering if being a drum major was a good leadership position to have. I mean during marching season practices 2-3 hours a day in the fall and it takes up a lot of time so I was just wondering for all you experienced CC'ers out there, is band worth it?</p>

<p>I mean my GPA is pretty good last year as a freshman I was ranked number 1 but I know this year my rank will drop because band is a regular elective and I have around 7 friends taking all AP/Pap classes (my gpa still improved since i have an extra PAP/AP class but its just not enough to maintain number 1)</p>

<p>I'm also student body treasurer, interact treasurer. I recently also passed an IRS certification test so I am qualified to help low income families file their 2008 federal IRS tax returns. :)</p>

<p>I'm just worried that marching season might affect my PSAT/SAT scores since they're takin in the fall semester as well...</p>

<p>Any help ppls? </p>

<p>Greatly appreciate any of your contributions/advice! :D</p>

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<p>sure? if you put that much time and effort into it, why wouldnt it be a good thing?</p>

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<p>Why not study for PSAT/SAT in the summer? I did marching band for 4 years (twice went to Rose Parade). Marching band is what you make of it. If you just do it for 4 years and don't give back then it won't look good for college admissions (as would any other ec activity). If you make a difference in the band (not necessarily as drum major, although that's a good position to help make a difference) then it's as good as any other ec activity.</p>

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<p>That shows leadership and dedication, and schools know that marching band takes much more time than most activities, so they should look favorably on that. And they would probably not expect you to have perfect grades and scores if you invest that much time in something you love. sorry about PSATs since theyre only in the fall, but why not take SATs in the spring?</p>