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I agree with Morsmordre to the extent that it really is the fault of the admissions process. Instead of using EC's to distinguish their applicants, they could simply make standardized tests more difficult or keep the emphasis on rigorous academics.
I will admit to being one who has participated in certain ECs simply for college. That being said, while I joined most of my clubs out of the belief that they'll keep me competitive, I ended up enjoying the activities/competitions, meeting new people, and learning about the area of study. The same applies to my internships, volunteer work, independent research etc. So to that end, though I may have started my ECs for colleges, I feel like I still gained a lot from them.
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