<p>Ok, so I sent in copies of certificates and a pic of myself, but I sent it in super late ( like Feb 20 something), and I didn't send in a piece of me playing music even though I can play a bunch of instruments. Do you think that people that sent in supplemental materials have a better chance of getting accepted? Do you think that the schools care a lot about the supplemental materials? Do you think that the supplemental materials that I did send in will even be cared for since they are so late? Thanks. Oh, and if you submitted any other supplemental items other than recording of athletics game/music piece/dance video or picture, or copies of awards, please tell what they were.</p>
<p>Well that really depends. If you send in good supplements, then yes. I do think you stand a better chance. Two people might play the piano, but if they had recordings you could see who plays it better. Sending it late means it might not have made it’s way to the AO’s depending on when your file was compiled. I didn’t send in anything with my application except a picture (only to schools that requested one. Most didn’t). I didn’t find it necessary to take pictures of my awards nor of my artwork. The only time I would ever send in physical proof would be if I was like. Really really really good. Like if I played in Carnegie Hall or competed in the Olympics or if I’m a popular YouTube artist.</p>
<p>Haha, you make me look bad. I just submitted a brief portfolio of artwork I did. I wanted to submit an instrumental piece as well, but came across such a big load of technical difficulties that I was, “Awh heck, is this even worth it?”</p>
<p>I sent a video of me dancing, because since it’s such an important aspect of myself and my application, I figured they might as well see me do it. I also sent a poetry portfolio, because that’s another facet of my application that was very important. The way I see it is that schools don’t want a copy of every single award/recognition you have ever received, nor do they want two photographs from a course you took 3 summers ago. What I think they want is additional information about your MAIN activities/interests. If you talk about how much you love to play the guitar, sending a recording of you doing so is I guess “proof” that you’re not exaggerating about it’s importance to your life.</p>
<p>@Bellerina22, good point. Ignore my post. Listen to hers.</p>
<p>@PxAlaska, I think we were both basically getting to the same point. Go us! :)</p>