<p>I'm kind of worried that I don't carry enough leadership positions in activities I participate in. The only leadership I have is non-conventional leadership roles, so I wonder how colleges will look at that (i'm applying to a few ivies). I really don't want them to think that I'm not fully interested in my activities because I am interested.</p>
<p>For instance, I was rejected from being a officer in my NHS club, but I am an ambassador to a metroplex orchestra teen council, and am the leader of the AV crew at church. I also am seriously dedicated to science, but the science club doesn't give much of an opportunity in leadership. I was thinking of making a group that helps elementary students with science fair (out of sincere interest), but i'm a junior, so should I even bother? </p>
<p>I get frustrated sometimes because I feel like positions are such popularity contests and tests of favoritism. Please give me your advice to help quell my anxieties. </p>
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<p>Go for it! Please, do it do disprove all those who voted against you, YOU CAN DO IT! So what if it takes a bit of effort? That’s what colleges live to see(: And I feel your pain to… I lost in an NHS election, to two preppy blondes who only won because of popularity. Hmm, if only I had breasts and an IQ about 60 points lower… Then maybe I could win an elected leadership position too! </p>
<p>By the way, do you know how would Eagle Scout look on a college application, compared to other ECs? I’ve only seen one other future Eagle on here, and only .08% of all Scouts ever reach Eagle.</p>
<p>Most colleges and universities truly do not care about extracurricular activities. Those that do care have reasonably sophisticated ways of evaluating your activities and any “leadership” positions that you have held. It is not necessary to have a bazillion activities and/or leadership positions. One activity that you are truly committed to, and that demonstrates something about you as a unique human being is enough. That particular activity may or may not by its very nature land you in a “leadership” position. If it does, good. If it doesn’t, don’t fret.</p>
<p>As for Eagle Scout, every single college admissions officer who works at an institution that cares about extracurricular activities is fully aware of the commitment involved. If you haven’t found any threads by other Eagles here at CC, it is probably because you haven’t checked all of the forums. Use the Search function, and you should find them. Many are in Parents.</p>
<p>Thanks. I feel a bit more relieved now, and feel encouraged to start that elementary school program.</p>
<p>About the Eagle Scout thing, I really do think that it is unique because not many people do service to such an extent. It shows dedication and is certainly a plus in my opinion. I agree with the person who posted above. If you search the forums, you’ll find a few people who have posted about Eagle Scout award, participation, etc.</p>
<p>Thank you. And hopefully this helped other people who read this as well.</p>
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<p>Yeah, I looked, I found about 4 Eagle Scouts on here, so I suppose it’s pretty rare, and I suppose rare is good(: And yes, this definitely helped me, my lack of ECs and leadership positions had me worrying like crazy!</p>