<p>I've recently started learning how to code through Codecademy. When applying to a university in the future, will knowing how to code be a notable extracurricular activity, despite the fact that I do not want to study computer science (I want to study physics)? Thank you for your help.</p>
<p>No, unless you use it in a productive activity. Just saying “I code” means nothing if you don’t start a successful website, app, etc</p>
<p>If you spend a significant amount of time on coding, then yes. You probably have done some more notable activities, so coding isn’t on the top of your list (on the Common App).</p>
<p>Same question here. Could i put it in the 10th spot?</p>
<p>To me extracurricular activity means something like a school club, so I would treat coding as more of a hobby/interest.</p>
<p>Extracurricular just means outside of the normal school curriculum, but in practice I think it means anything you spend significant amounts of time doing for enjoyment or enrichment - even if it’s not sponsored by the school.</p>
<p>So yes, coding could be an EC, if you spend a significant amount of time doing it. You don’t necessarily have to be producing deliverables yet since you’re just learning.</p>