<p>I’m in a really competitive grade where I see people taking on 4-5 leadership positions and doing all these competitions and many times I feel like I’m not doing enough (especially for ivies like penn)</p>
<p>So here’s my question. is there a point where enough is enough and more of this stuff won’t help you at all? I am pretty active in my school, dedicated, and pursue things I’m interested in, but then again there are the keeners with a crapload of stuff on their resume. Are we essentially on the same level? Is there a point where enough is enough?</p>
<p>There’s a point where too many activities looks like resume padding, which does not help you. Just be active in the clubs you’re in, and I think you’ll be fine. A leadership position will obviously help as well.</p>
<p>I think the depth, rather than the breadth, of your activities is far more important, even in terms of college admissions. Show them your passion and achievement in a particular area. They don’t like to see people who are involved in a bajillion activities but reaping nothing from these involvements at the end of the day.</p>
<p>Of course, AOs like to see people who are open minded and willing to try out different things. But I think there is a point where enough is enough.</p>