What can I do now to prepare?

<p>If you like the ECs you’re doing now, try to stick with them until you graduate. Same with your grades: keep them up, and challenge yourself, but don’t overload yourself with projects and classes you’re not that into. Slow and steady wins the race and all that. Stay dedicated to what you want to do, but don’t be afraid to explore. Dedication appeals to colleges, but so does courage to try new things. Make friends with your teachers and EC supervisors; you’ll need them to write recommendations for you.
Best wishes!</p>