Sample profile · Science and Math
Extracurricular Activities for a Future Environmental Scientist
Jerry 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 environmental scientist is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.
Leadership and Initiative5
- Environmental Club President
- Led initiatives to reduce school waste and organized tree-planting drives.
- Science Olympiad Team Captain
- Specialized in ecology events and led the team to state championships.
- Founder of “Green Tomorrow” Blog
- Published articles on climate change solutions and interviewed experts.
- Organizer of Community Cleanup Events
- Mobilized over 200 volunteers for litter removal campaigns.
- Organizer of School’s Earth Day Festival
- Coordinated educational booths and activities.
Research and Internships1
- Internship with an Environmental Policy Think Tank
- Conducted research on renewable energy trends.
Service and Teaching2
- Volunteer at Local Wildlife Refuge
- Assisted in animal care and habitat restoration.
- AP Environmental Science Tutor
- Helped peers grasp complex concepts in sustainability.
Teams, Clubs and Programs2
- Participant in Advanced STEM Summer Camp
- Developed a solar-powered water filtration project.
- Member of the School Debate Team
- Focused on topics related to environmental policy.
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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.