Extracurriculars that Impress:What
Admissions Officers Really Want to See From Summer Activities
Summer can be one of the most important opportunities in a student’s admissions journey — but too many families approach it without a clear strategy. Students sign up for activities that sound impressive on paper, overload their schedules, or miss the chance to turn an ordinary summer into a compelling part of their story.
In this free webinar, Admittedly Founder Thomas Caleel and former Admissions Officer Liz Fieschko will break down what actually makes summer extracurriculars stand out in a highly competitive admissions landscape. You will learn how students can choose the right opportunities, deepen their involvement, and turn summer experiences into authentic evidence of curiosity, initiative, and impact.
The webinar will also include a 30-minute LIVE Q&A, so you can get answers to your most pressing questions.
Here’s What You Will Learn In This Free Webinar…
- What Admissions Officers Actually Notice in Summer Activities: Learn how selective colleges evaluate summer involvement and why certain experiences stand out more than others.
- How to Choose the Right Summer Extracurriculars for Your Student: Understand how to identify opportunities that align with a student’s strengths, interests, and long-term goals rather than simply chasing prestige.
- How to Turn a Good Experience Into a Great Application Story: Discover how students can show initiative, growth, leadership, and impact — even if their summer plans are not flashy or expensive.
- The Biggest Summer Planning Mistakes Families Make: Avoid the common traps that leave students overscheduled, underwhelmed, or unable to explain why an activity mattered.
- Live Q&A with Admissions Experts: Get direct guidance from Admittedly Founder Thomas Caleel and former Admissions Officer Liz Fieschko on how to help your student make smart, strategic summer choices.
