Do Model UN awards give me a hook?

happy1
Fri, 22 Dec 2017 22:29:18 +0000

“Hook” is a very specific term in the college admission world. It means a situation where a college would choose you over a similarly qualified candidate. It sounds silly, but in it would be helpful to get your nomenclature in sync with the rest of CC.

And again what you have is a strong and valuable EC (just as winning a science fair would be for a STEM major). It is generally referred to as a “spike” which is an area in which you have shown particular dedication and distinction. There will be a number of applicants to top tier colleges with equally impressive qualifications/awards. Assuming academics are up to the school standards, it is important to have strong ECs that show leadership and proficiency.