As far as I know, no. Lots of schools (especially D1 schools) recruit athletes as their sports brings in lots of money for the school. I don't think things such as activities mentioned above would be a source for recruitment as they don't bring in a large amount of income for the college, if any.Hello Everyone,
I know USMA is a fitness culture, but do they recruit MUN, debate, or cellist?
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I hope everyone is in good health. My son attends a very small college preparatory high school of about 100 students on full merit scholarship. I'm concerned he's not on any sports team, because the school doesn't have any. Would that be a problem? He's very fit, run marathons, lift weights, and practice martial arts in preparation for the CFA.
He's very fit, run marathons, lift weights, and practice martial arts in preparation for the CFA.
Is he the principal cellist in his orchestra? Does he even play in an orchestra?Board Member/Emcee for orchestra,
Performed soloist cello in Germany, Austria, Italy
Well said - agreed!SAs look fondly on candidates who manage to juggle Model UN, debate and cello — while excelling in academics and athletics, and while demonstrating leadership in their community. SAs love candidates who are successful at multiple activities, making a real impact in each one, on top of achieving top marks in school and standardized tests.
They do not “recruit,” per se, because they’re not trying to build competitive debate teams or orchestras. And unlike many civilian colleges, they’re not trying to curate a diverse entering class that includes numerous “one-trick ponies” (high-achieving ones, to be sure).
So your activities will be valued in the admissions process — you just won’t be “recruited” for them.