1.Be a leader in the classroom.
- Take advanced courses rather than get easy A's, especially in the areas you want to study in college.
- Develop relationships with teachers so they'll give you letters of recommendation.
2.Be a leader outside the classroom.
- Find something you're passionate about and stick to it. Don't overload your resumee with 20 activities if you don't have a real interest in them.
- Develop knowledge and expertise in those activities showing your drive and focus.
3.Make your application shine.
- Proofread!!!!
- Do a first draft on a separate piece of paper.
- Your applicaion is your first impression. so make it a positive one that shows the best things about you.
4.Do more with your summers.
- Find a job that lets you do something you enjoy and lets you distinguish yourself.
- Find a project in your community.
- You will be able to talk to admission counselors about your experience so value your time.
5.Make the most of each campus visit.
- Meet with student. counselors, and professors to get the full scoop on the school.
- Take note of what each person says.
- Will the campus help you succeed and make you feel at home?
