Category: Extracurriculars

National Technical Honor Society Are you considering a career in a technical profession or already pursuing a career-oriented education program? If so, you might be eligible to join the National […]

Joining High School Clubs High school isn’t just about grades and test scores; it’s also about discovering who you are and building experiences that shape your future. One of the […]

What is HOSA? There are plenty of health-related organizations and extracurriculars to get involved with in high school, but one stands out from the rest: HOSA. What is HOSA? Well, […]

If you are a high school or college student interested in business, entrepreneurship, finance, or marketing extracurriculars, you may wonder: What is DECA and why should I get involved? For […]

Summer Research Programs Summer may seem like a time for fun, sun, and relaxation — and, of course, it should be! However, many motivated students use their summers to expand […]

Studying Abroad After High School Picture yourself in Paris, strolling along the Champs-Élysées on your way to a cozy café, where you and your classmates review French vocabulary over croissants […]

Understanding Passion Projects As a high schooler, it can sometimes feel like a lot of your decisions are made for you. If you’re interested in trying something new — something […]

The Increasing Value of Independent Projects in College Admissions The Shift Towards Personalized Learning in Admissions Criteria The college admissions cycle is a constantly changing, anxiety-inducing system that can seem […]

Research Opportunities for High School Students When you think of research, you might imagine a scientist in a lab coat surrounded by beakers, microscopes, and other important-looking people. However, research […]

This article about studying abroad is presented in partnership with amberstudent, a student accommodation provider that aims to help students find housing and transportation abroad.  Introduction: The benefits of studying […]

4 min read Figuring out your extracurriculars in college can be challenging, especially if you’re hoping for a career in a particular field. However, contrary to popular belief, your extracurriculars […]

7 min read In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Tamara shares tips for what to do if your high school doesn’t offer extracurriculars. For more guidance on extracurriculars and the […]

High School Internships Internships are often associated with college students, but they are on the rise for high school students as well. For many students, high school internships serve as […]

6 min read In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Michael gives best practices for doing community service and including it in your college applications. For more guidance on the college applications process […]

5 min read In the following article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Kim Phan (Harvard ‘21) shares tips on how middle schoolers can turn their hobbies and passions into extracurricular activities in high school. For more guidance on […]

Photographer: Kelly Sikkema | Source: Unsplash In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Becky Weinstein will walk you through the “extracurricular hook” – developing your extracurriculars into a hook for college […]

Photographer: Estée Janssens | Source: Unsplash In this article, admissions expert Brynlee shares tips on how to spend your Junior Summer to get into college. To build a strategy for […]