<p>The EIC of our school paper is going to be applying to a lot of the same schools as me. We have comparable stats, but he doesn't really do many ECs besides the paper, because he spends a few hours each day and almost every weekend working on it (it's a bi-monthly and one of the best in the nation). Are colleges impressed by Editors-in-Chief, or is it passe?</p>
<p>Editor-in-chief of WHAT paper? The ususal highschool type or NY Times? There is a difference.</p>
<p>That is EXACTLY what colleges are looking for with EC's. They want to see not only leadership, but a consistant dedication of time to an activity. This kid sounds like he is passionate for what he is doing, and at the same time expressing his talents. Colleges eat that stuff up!</p>
<p>If it's a really good, award-winning paper(nationally), then chances are colleges will know of it or can find out about it easily. They will know that being EIC takes time and effort and it will be factored into their decision. Whether or not they will be impressed...no one can know for sure.</p>
<p>EIC is quite a good EC.</p>
<p>Jimmy, next time you comment, try to read the whole post. I said it was the school paper. Get with the picture.</p>
<p>if your friend is planning on to be a journalist or majoring in English, i say the EIC benefits him A LOT because it shows that he is focused, dedicated and also shows that he is a leader. but if that's not his major, it's still a plus for him anyways.</p>
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Editor-in-chief of WHAT paper? The ususal highschool type or NY Times? There is a difference.
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Smart ass. Yeah, I'm actually the editor-in-chief of the New York Times. Do you think that's a hook?</p>
<p>i don't know.. THAT bastion of liberal bias? only if the college is really into pulp fiction; they wouldn't bat an eye in sending that app to the shredder.</p>
<p>I can see why he would ask that question, although there was obvious sarcasm. I didn't even KNOW there were national awards for high school newspapers, and an international student on this forum a few days ago was editing the most circulated paper in his country (I want to say Pakistan).</p>
<p>NYT editor would have a questionable ability to compete academically given the intensity of that particular EC (if he/she kept it up while at school).</p>
<p>How about an assistant editor? I worked on my school's yearbook last year (spent a considerable amount of time each week, along with time out of school contacting companies to sell advertisement space). I had the official title of "Academic Editor", meaning I oversaw and reviewed all the articles that fell into the category of academics. It's not EIC but at least it's a title - does it make any difference?</p>
<p>halopeno2 is exactly right. Here, for example, is what Stanford says in it's FAQ
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In addition to academic excellence and intellectual vitality, we are interested in students who have made significant contributions to the life of their school or community. We do not favor one type of activity over another; nor is it necessary to participate in a large number of activities. An exceptional experience in one or two activities demonstrates your passion more than minimal participation in five or six clubs. We want to see the impact your participation has had on that club, in your school, or in the larger community. With extracurricular activities, a sustained depth of commitment is more important than a long list of clubs you have joined.
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