ECs and the College application process

Applying to College
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<p>Hello,
I'm currently a high school sophomore, and I'm really starting to feel the pressure of college applications lately.
I want to try to aim high (for the Ivys), and my GPA is doing fine, but I'm concerned about ECs.
I'm involved in volunteering, music mainly, and sports (as more of a hobby), but I don't feel like I'm involved in enough academic programs or clubs.
Is it necessary to win a lot of academic awards or be involved in a lot of academic clubs like the Math club, Debate team, etc.?
I'm involved in some clubs, but not winning awards or anything to that extent.
I'm a bit overwhelmed, and I would appreciate any advice :)</p>

<p>Thank you.</p>

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<p>There are different types of students who are more lopsided than well-rounded. If you’re mainly involved in music, focus mainly on that. Kids who have tons of academic awards/clubs and activities are most passionate about that (of course academics have to be top-notch) so doing well academically is fine. ECs don’t have to be academic, and colleges cannot fill a class of all academically-oriented kids.</p>

<p>Good luck!</p>