Emphasis on Academics or EC?

mifune
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:22:10 +0000

There truly is not a correct answer to whether academics or extracurricular activities are more important. For many, non-academic factors lead to admission, but many applicants do achieve acceptance on academic credentials that are superior relative to their perceived subjective merit. Extracurricularly, it is really a matter of distinguishing oneself with unique talents, abilities, or skills. For instance, holding the presidency of the NHS is a very positive accomplishment but it is very generic on an application to HYPS.