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Making Your College Applications Work Hard for You
A lot of emphasis is placed on students’ academic records leading up to the college application process. While grades and extra-curriculars are important, they do not tell your whole story. Colleges also are interested in learning who you are, what values you hold, and how you might enhance their community. There are opportunities throughout the application that allow you to reveal skills and aspects of your personality not captured by lists and stats. Here are five skills to consider highlighting on your college application — and how to do it.