<p>I have participated in some engineering competitions and I am the founder/president of the Engineering Club in my school, as well as the leader of some engineering-related things. In my essay, I stress my role is sinmilar to a “manager’s.” </p>
<p>However, I’m appling to Wharton for Business (not jerome fisher)</p>
<p>I’ve heard from people that it won’t matter what activity I’m involved in, as long as I show I’m involved extensively. To what degree is this true?</p>
<p>i think you are in good shape....you are supposed to learn business there, not in high school....therefore, business-related activities are not even necessary (although they wont hurt one)....the general skills needed for business (such as leadership) is more what they are looking for, and i think you have that with your engineering "managerial" position....good luck!</p>
<p>Almost all the Wharton people I've talked to did business-related things, and had huge leadership roles in them.
I didn't,and I'm in.
In fact, engineering was sort of my hook. I have a Nasa internship and I just played up the managerial aspects more than the technical stuff.
I was also concerned that they'd wonder why I didn't apply to M&T...
I don't think you'll have a problem.</p>
<p>It will probably work.. not everyone can be everythign</p>
<p>why aren't you folks applying to m&t as well? you seem like awesome candidates with an interest in the subjects!</p>
<p>nasa = BS. </p>
<p>dont even get me started. I did it cuz there aren't business opportunities (like FBLA) at my school. </p>
<p>I'm not sure about dude.</p>
<p>A couple of years ago, I was set on Engineering. So I participated in some competitions my Sophomore and Junior years, only to find Engineering wasn't my thing. But I stook with the Engineering thing. I started the club this year mainly to maintain my relations with the Technology department, for the managerial aspects, and for the enjoyment. I've learned (and I'm trying to how some kids), that even if you don't want to pursue Engineering, practicing Engineering gives you problem-solving skills that you can use across the board.</p>