<p>There is absolutely nothing to worry about for me on the academic side of things. However, I'm kind of worried about my ECs.</p>
<p>Here's a list:
National Science Olympiad (10, 11, 12; No officers; Founding member; Regional medalist; State medalist)
Environmental Club (11, 12; Prepared position paper for Ohio legislature)
National Beta Club (9, 10, 11, 12; Treasurer, President)
Varsity Jazz Band (9, 10, 11, 12; Approx. 15 concerts/yr)
International Thespian Society (9, 10, 11, 12; Approx. 8 productions/yr; Sound and light design and operation, Honor Bar)
Mock Trial team (9, 10, 11, 12; No officers; Founding member, Outstanding Attorney, Student of the year)
In the Know team (9, 10, 11, 12; No officers)
American Mathematics Competitions (9, 10, 11, 12)
Math Club (9, 10, 11; No officers)
International Club (12)
Varsity Tennis team (9)
Member of the Dublin Arts Council (11, 12) </p>
<p>I know this is a ton to look at and the format is pretty lousy, but I would really appreciate it if you could tell me how strong my ECs would look to an admissions officer at HYP-caliber schools. If they aren't as good as they could be, could you give me an example of what would top them?</p>
<p>It’s hard to interpret that answer, “more focused.” The time spent reflects the fact that I am dedicated to all of them, even if they cover a huge range of topics. I think that might help show that I’m not just doing a bunch of stuff to try to look impressive.</p>
<p>187 - Academic awards are mostly school-based. I was the AIME school winner, got an AMC12 certificate of distinction, National Merit Semifinalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, but the rest are departmental and student of the year awards.</p>
<p>Work experience, I am self-employed as a photographer but have an exhibit up at a cafe and have sold 15+ photographs for $300+</p>
<p>awards. that’s what you need. u didn’t list them…but it doesn’t matter how many activities you do, awards more important
FYI I did sci oly too…regional medals count for like nothing. State is alright. National is what looks more impressive.</p>
<p>If there was a reason you were to get rejected, it would be because there is a lack of focus/concentration in your ECs. At least that would be my opinion. Good luck</p>
<p>Hard to evaluate without more description of what they are, e.g., did “member Dublin arts council” involve simply filling out a form and writing a check, or did you actually do something? Same for the Beta club. </p>
<p>What I take away is that you really like competition. Smart, competitive kids are a dime a dozen in the Ivys. I don’t think focus is your problem, it’s demonstrating a passion for something beyond trying to beat the pants off everybody else.</p>