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title: "Extracurriculars for a Future Diplomat | Elite Prep"
description: "Ten extracurricular activities for a high school student who wants to be a diplomat, grouped by type. A sample profile from Elite Prep."
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language: "en"
dateModified: "2026-10-06"
source: "eliteprep build"
---

Sample profile · Law, Policy and Government

# Extracurricular Activities for a Future Diplomat

Greg is a sample student, not a real applicant: one of Elite Prep's 24 extracurricular profiles. These are the ten activities that show a selective college where a future diplomat is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.

## Leadership and Initiative 2

**President of Model UN**

Represented countries in international policy debates.

**School Ambassador for Exchange Students**

Helped international students acclimate to school.

## Research and Internships 1

**Internship at State Department Program**

Gained experience in foreign relations.

## Competitions, Awards and Presentations 1

**Winner of Oratory Contest**

Delivered speeches on global diplomacy challenges.

## Service and Teaching 2

**Volunteer at Cultural Exchange Program**

Organized language and culture sharing events.

**Volunteer Translator for Nonprofit**

Supported language access initiatives for immigrants.

## Writing, Media and Projects 1

**Creator of International Affairs Blog**

Published articles on global conflicts and resolutions.

## Teams, Clubs and Programs 3

**Debate Team Member**

Focused on foreign policy and international law topics.

**Participant in Global Youth Leadership Summit**

Collaborated on solutions for international development.

**History Club Vice President**

Organized discussions on international relations history.

## More Profiles in Law, Policy and Government

No student needs all ten. Notice the mix — something led, something researched, something given back — and choose one or two you could start this year. An Elite Prep counselor can help you plan the rest.

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[Download all 24 profiles as a printable PDF](https://media.eliteprep.com/documents/24-Extracurricular-Profiles-Online-v4.pdf). Profile last checked against the handout October 6, 2026.