<p>Those two are definitely the weak point on my resume. Do you think about 3 things for each category are enough to advance to Finalist standing?</p>
<p>Considering 90% of semi-finalists become finalists, including those semi-finalists with grade inconsistencies and those who don't send in the applications, I don't think a lack of leadership roles will ruin you. Or maybe that's just what I'm telling myself, since I just have worthless clubs and worthless positions (debate club treasurer? Art editor of school newspaper?)
I'm sure the grades are the biggest part, followed by the essay.</p>