<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I'm interested in top universities (Ivy's, etc.), and I was wondering how important major awards are on an application. Otherwise, I'm very well rounded, with good grades, intensely competitive sports, and great volunteer work, but I was wondering if not having any really outstanding awards would be a deal-breaker. Thanks!</p>
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<p>Your essays better be spectacular. Ivy Leagues are selective enough as it is, so you need as many factors as possible to go your way.</p>
<p>^Riding off of that…</p>
<p>While many applicants to the most selective schools have won recognition from Intel, USAMO, etc., the majority of students have to rely on EC’s, test scores, teacher recs, and – most importantly – essays.</p>
<p>Major awards certainly wouldn’t hurt you in the admissions process, but not having any isn’t necessarily a deal-breaker.</p>
<p>thank you!</p>