does having a job matter to colleges?

Applying to College
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<p>I was wondering whether having a job matter to colleges?</p>

<p>Is it really critical? or does it not matter as much?</p>

<p>does it count as an extracurricular activity?</p>

<p>also I was wondering how to include my employment record into my application. Will I have to have my employer send in something that says I worked there? </p>

<p>Also compare it to volunteer hours, which one is more important to colleges?</p>

<p>I am going into my senior year of high school and have 300 volunteer hours, and way more work hours</p>

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<p>It’s an extracurricular. No more, no less. You don’t need any employment verification, nor any other EC verification. The hours (volunteer or work) really don’t count for anything other than you’ve gotten a chance to earn some money and show some dedication.</p>

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<p>Of course - if you have a job then colleges will realize that you may not have as much time for activities as other applicants. If you have a job to support your family, than that can really work in your favor because it shows hard-work, dedication, and loyalty.</p>

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<p>thanks! your answer helped me a lot!</p>