Admit:
University of Michigan

David Learned How to Spin His Hobby and Other Activities Into the Perfect Extracurriculars List

Admit:
University of Michigan
David came to us because he felt he didn’t have any extracurricular activities of note to add to his college applications. Working a part-time job to help support his family throughout high school meant he had precious little time to devote to school clubs and activities.
Sometimes, having a clear perspective on your college candidacy is hard. David came to us for help, and we helped him discover the meaningful activities he’s participated in. We worked with him through our 15-school all-inclusive package to unlock his potential and get accepted into a top business program.

Applicant Persona

Background

Caucasian

Undergraduate

GPA

3.9

GMAT

ACT

SAT

1540

Profession

Challenge

Many high school students share their worries with us about not having enough extracurricular activities to get accepted to their dream schools. They often worry that stellar grades and test scores just won’t be enough, especially when comparing their activities list to their peers. Although reflection is key to an outstanding application, evaluating your candidacy can be difficult – David knew he needed a third-party perspective.

How Did Quad Education Help?

We started by actively listening to David’s concerns and assuring him that extracurricular activities come in many forms. When college hopefuls think of extracurriculars, they often think of sports, clubs, or volunteer work; however, there are many other activities that can level up their applications.

A Deep Dive Into David’s Life and How He Spends His Time

We take time to get to know each of our candidates beyond the surface level. Our expert team learned more about David, his background, interests, and passions. After our kickoff call, we learned that David has held a part-time job as a cashier for two years, regularly cares for his two elementary school-age siblings, and is an avid painter.

We helped David discover that these three main activities count as college extracurriculars.

Spinning a Hobby Into a Business Endeavor and More

We learned that David had created a website and managed an online store to sell his landscape paintings. Even with very little advertising, David’s “fun hobby” translated into more than $3,000 in profit in one year. We helped David frame his hobby as his first venture into business, highlighting his creativity, time management, and customer service skills. His entrepreneurial spirit would contribute to any business program.

As for his part-time job, David is an expert at money management, often training new cashiers on how to use the registers. Finally, David’s commitment to caring for his siblings demonstrates his compassion and leadership.

Results

David applied to 15 schools and was accepted at five: Ohio State University, UMichigan, UNC-Chapel Hill, Boston University, and UVA. David decided the University of Michigan was the right school for him.

Don't Take Our Word For It.
Hear Their Stories.

Sign up for a Free Consultation

Learn how to improve your admissions chances by speaking with one of our admissions experts. During our consultation, we will discuss your background and goals, evaluate your candidacy, provide you with concrete feedback, and then of course, answer any questions that you might have.

We’ll also discuss our programs and how we will work together throughout your application process. We look forward to speaking with you soon!