We have all heard it before...colleges just want a good well-rounded student; a student involved in a variety of activities-the "complete package". However, college admissions does not want a person that is involved in everything but not deeply involved in any one thing. This type of personality can come across as unfocused, uncommitted-not a goal achiever. Colleges real goal is to build a WELL ROUNDED INCOMING CLASS!!
Colleges have needs: they want students who will contribute and make the campus a better place. Colleges have different majors, minors and they need students who will be successful in each of those fields. For instance, if there is a shortage of economics majors at the school for a particular year--then they will admit more economic students. When one develops an area of interest deeply then it hows the ocllege the student has clear, defined goals and a plan to achieve them. This shows maturity and that one can handle the rigor of college.
To develop a strong special area for yourself-search what you are interested in-what are your passions?strengths? Music? Fashion? Learn all you can about it by outside reading and spending time with others that have a similar passion. It's okay to test the waters your freshman and sophomore year but by junior year choose and develop one or two chosen areas-by senior year develop your leadership in this area.
Remember, it's all a learning experience. So, there is really no room for a mistake. By taking time to be diligent and truly explore yourself and interests you will love life and make a strong impact on your world.
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