Will This Look Good? Extracurricular Activities and College Admissions

Curious about how your student's time outside of the classroom will impact their college applications?

Join Collegewise in this exclusive webinar, where our expert Collegewise counselor, Thomas Hailu, explains how students can build a standout activities profile by pursuing experiences that truly matter to them - especially during summers and school breaks.

You'll learn how to:

Choose activities to reflect genuine interest, rather than checking boxes
Demonstrate leadership, initiative, and impact
Use school breaks & summers strategically to explore interests through projects, programs, research, travel, or work experiences
Understand how admissions officers evaluate extracurriculars & what experiences really stand out

With actionable tips and a live Q&A session, you’ll leave with the insights needed to help your teen succeed as they plan their journey to college.

Thomas Hailu

Collegewise Counselor

Thomas earned his bachelor's in Human Development with a minor in Mathematics from Howard University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Thomas brings over a decade of college access experience, including serving as College Access Director at College Track, where he co-wrote a nationally recognized counseling curriculum that's used by CT nationwide. Most recently, he's been Assistant Director of Community Partnerships and Initiatives at UNC Charlotte, building partnerships with schools and nonprofits to expand access.

Will This Look Good? Extracurricular Activities and College Admissions

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