How important are EC's when it comes to admission to the Univeristy of Washington?

<p>I know that EC's are important regardless of what college you wish to attend, but I also know that some colleges see it as a make or break factor, while others are not so EC focused.</p>

<p>I don't have many EC's, just French Club, 80 hours volunteer at the YMCA, writing for the school newspaper, and working (well volunteering actually), at a local radio station.</p>

<p>Now I'm taking AP classes, and have a 3.82 GPA currently. I'm a soon to be Junior, so I know it's a little early to ask this (so don't hate on me please), but I just want to know how much the UW cares about EC's.</p>

<p>Thanks,
Alexander M.</p>

<p>If you mean WUSTL, they will use ECs to distinguish between qualified applicants to build a well-rounded freshman class. </p>

<p>If you were a 4.00/2400 candidate, you might not need particularly notable ECs, but with a midrange (for WUSTL, not in general!) GPA, not being particularly notable in any one area could hurt you.</p>

<p>Oh I should have made this more clear, sorry. I meant the University of Washington in Seattle.</p>

<p>You really should be fine. I know some people way worse off than you. Also, are you local? (I am…) That should also help a LOT in the admissions process.</p>

<p>EC’s at UW will def help you in the Honors college, but for general admission, just keep the stats high and you’ll be in with what you have.</p>