Concerning Extra-Curriculars

Colleges & Universities University of Pennsylvania
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<p>Hey guys,</p>

<p>Some people have been giving me the impression that if you don’t have extra-curriculars that extend to the provincial/state/national level then its difficult to compete with those who do have them. </p>

<p>For example, I spend alot of time playing badminton, but I’ve never actually gotten any significant awards besides quarterfinalist in a city district High Performance or 10th in the city and 3rd in the east region. How would this compare to somebody who had say 1st in the state in Basketball?</p>

<p>Thanks,</p>

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<p>I think that generally, the longer you’ve been doing one of your ECs, and the more recognition you get for them, the better. Admittedly, I only compete at my sport at the local level, but I did get some state and national awards (academic), so I don’t know how that compares.</p>