NEED IDEAS FOR MORE EXTRACURRICULARS

Chance Me / Match Me!
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Alright, so here’s a list of my current extracurriculars. I would like some feedback about what kinds of activities I should do for better chances of Ivy League (ED) admission. Remember, I am currently a sophomore (Pre-IB), and will be starting the IBDP next year (diploma + 7th additional certificate subject).
Also, note that I live in a country where there aren’t many college-admission-oriented extracurriculars, competitions etc.

Work experience:

  • Internship at advertising agency
  • Internship at national opera house (creative department)

Summer Activities:

  • Japanese Language Institute in Tokyo (summer language program)
  • National Societal Youth Development Program (created a concept that tackles national housing crisis)
    (- will be attending a university high school summer program next summer associated with social sciences)

Hobbies:

  • Tennis (10 years)
  • Piano (5 years)
  • Debate club
  • Red Cross event volunteer work
  • Human rights advocation at local Amnesty International student group
  • School newspaper

Other:

  • The Junior Academy Class of 2016-2017: created a scientific model that determines micronutrient deficiency in an electricity-free, developing country environment
  • Bicentennial Ambassador & member of the New York Academy of Sciences
  • DELF: Diploma in French studies - A2 (will be doing B1 during IB1, and B2 during IB2.
  • Russian language scholarship awarded by the National Russian Culture Association for success in Russian Language studies.
  • Will be attending the United Nations Youth Assembly at New York

So I’m just asking for general tips for what kinds of other extracurriculars should I pursue, for future college applications (that would be seen as good for Ivy League/Columbia ED admission)

Thanks beforehand

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lol, you have enough already! Personally, I would consider innovating something. Perhaps, starting a small business or starting a club. That’s what schools truly look for, students who they feel will make contributions to their school beyond academic work, and can create rather than regurgitate.

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Yeah, you definitely don’t need more extracurriculars. Just focus on the activities that you’re especially passionate about and make sure your grades & test scores are up to par.

And of course, don’t forget, activities are meant to be for your own enjoyment, not just getting into college :slight_smile:

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You seem to have a pretty good list. An extremely easy EC would most likely be Civil Air Patrol. It’s only once a week (usually) and helps with fitness and discipline.

However you say Also, note that I live in a country where there aren’t many college-admission-oriented extracurriculars, competitions etc.

If you don’t live in the US just completely disregard my info.

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Quality over quantity!