What does sounding arrogant on a college application mean?

Don’t inflate. I’ve seen apps where kids write they were “honored” with serving as student council representative. No- they volunteered to serve on a committee. That’s not an honor.

Use simple, declarative statements (which are true) and you’ll be fine.

If your HS puts everyone with a 3.5 and above into an honor society, don’t write “selected for the prestigious honor society”.

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