<p>Hi. I’m looking to apply to some top prep schools, and during my research, I found that to get into really selective schools, you need to show initiative. Something that makes you stand out among many applicants. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks!</p>
<p>The schools are not asking for what others think makes you initiative.</p>
<p>Run the admissions process yourself. Though this isn’t a prerequisite for getting into a good boarding school, it show AO’s that you are independent.</p>
<p>converge - I meant something that would show the admissions department that I have initiative.</p>
<p>What have you done (or studied) that wasn’t run by adults?</p>
<p>Talking about a favorite book that wasn’t read to fulfill class requirements could also work…</p>
<p>But honestly, reflect on yourself instead of asking others because frankly, we don’t know you as well as you.</p>
<p>This thread is just too ironic.</p>
<p>I agree, lots of hilarity on the board lately. I particularly enjoyed the mom who said she was going to have her son start a club this year so he could show leadership.</p>