Sample profile · Science and Math
Extracurricular Activities for a Future Mathematician
Oscar 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 mathematician is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.
Leadership and Initiative 1
- Math Club President
- Organized school-wide math competitions and guest lectures.
Research and Internships 1
- Research Internship at University Math Lab
- Worked on combinatorics and graph theory projects.
Competitions, Awards and Presentations 1
- National Math Olympiad Finalist
- Achieved top scores in advanced problem-solving.
Service and Teaching 2
- Tutor for Underprivileged Students
- Helped middle schoolers master basic math skills.
- Volunteer at Local Library
- Ran math workshops during summer break.
Writing, Media and Projects 2
- Creator of Math Problem-Solving App
- Designed an app to teach algebra and geometry concepts.
- Contributor to Math Magazine
- Published articles on abstract mathematics.
Teams, Clubs and Programs 3
- Member of the Robotics Team
- Developed algorithms for competition tasks.
- Participant in Advanced Math Summer Program
- Explored topics in number theory and topology.
- Member of Chess Club
- Enhanced critical thinking and strategic planning skills.
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