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MSA Mentorship

Choosing extracurricular activities can be challenging, yet it's vital for college applications. In this guide, we explore the importance of depth versus breadth in your involvement. Engaging in activities like community service, leadership clubs, or STEM competitions can showcase your skills and commitment. We’ll provide insights on how to balance unique experiences with practical skills and the value of recommendation letters. Discover how to align your passions with your academic goals while preparing for interviews and essays that highlight your strengths.

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MSA Mentorship

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  1. MSA Mentorship Extracurricular Activities

  2. Your activities Was it difficult to choose? I don't feel like doing anything! You tell me What should mine be and why are they important? . . . . . . .

  3. Depth vs. Breadth Will it get me in? Do I hate it? Selection . . . . . . .

  4. Depth Experience Leadership (most likely) Breadth Well rounded Exposure Depth vs. Breadth . . . . . . .

  5. Public speaking Leadership Practical, real world skills (Programming languages, upper level mathematics, biological lab procedures, etc.) Skill Set . . . . . . .

  6. Recommendation Letters Academic and Career Guidance Information for the interview/essay Assets for the App . . . . . . .

  7. Community Service Soccer Club After school tutoring program Community Service Club Academic Model UN Mock Trial STEP Science Olympiad BSA Unique experience Muslim Troop Athletics Swimming Basketball Track My Experience . . . . . . .

  8. Painting Carpet removal, caulking/cement, spackling Plumbing (bathtub and toilet installation, tile removal and installation) Roofing Landscaping/yard work The Summer of Home Improvement . . . . . . .

  9. Sciences (NSF, NASA, Science and Technology enrichment programs) Liberal arts (music, journalism, law) Hobbies (sports, teaching, computers) Entrepreneurship (university summer programs) Community Service (work with the Masjid!! Islamic relief, homeless shelters, natural disaster relief) Suggestions . . . . . . .

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