Importance of ECs vs class load

mikemac
Sun, 21 Nov 2010 19:48:10 +0000

So having literally two things on the EC section will not really hurt me with my course load?

No, but you need to show leadership or achievement in them. Here’s what Stanford says in its FAQ about ECs (its fair to assume that for schools that care about ECs they will look at them the same way)

We are more interested in the depth of your commitment and achievement than in the sheer quantity of your activities. An exceptional experience in one or two activities demonstrates your dedication more than minimal participation in five or six clubs. We want to see the impact your participation has had on that club or organization, in your school, or in the larger community.