When choosing a college, a lot of variables will play into your decision. Does this college offer the major you want to study? Is it a small, private campus or one with tens of thousands of students? Is it in an urban or rural setting? Is it close to home?
One variable that is definitely worth checking out before committing to a college is the school’s selection of extracurricular activities. According to collegeboard.org, the involvement in extracurricular activities is just as important as academics for a student. Why is this?
First, certain extracurriculars may be beneficial to your intended career path. For example, if you are majoring in Political Science, you could get a lot out of joining your school’s debate club. Not only will it help you grow your skills, but you’ll also make connections with others who are planning to go into the same career field as you.
There are also extracurriculars that may not be related to your major or career path, but are tied to hobbies and interests of yours. These are just as important to be involved in, as they will allow you to meet others with similar interests, build social skills and possibly make lifelong friends.
If you’re not sure what extracurriculars to choose, or if you’re even still considering your field of study, identifying your practices with StoryPathing™ is a great way to get started.
