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Episode 15: How Colleges Really Evaluate Extracurricular Activities

Episode 15: How Colleges Really Evaluate Extracurricular Activities

Update: 2025-08-26
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Extracurricular activities are a major part of college applications, but how much do they really matter — and how are they evaluated? In this episode of CollegeShortcuts Insider, Neha breaks down what admissions officers are really looking for. From quality versus quantity, to how leadership and personal circumstances are weighed, you'll learn the truth about how activities outside the classroom shape your child's application. Whether your student has a packed resume or one strong passion, this episode will give you clarity on what colleges value most.

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Episode 15: How Colleges Really Evaluate Extracurricular Activities

Episode 15: How Colleges Really Evaluate Extracurricular Activities