Activities List

Will colleges know about your teen's "invisible" activities when they apply?

Right now, your teen probably has a strong list of activities waiting to be discovered. But when applications open, most students arrive at a blank screen and freeze. They list the obvious things and leave the rest out, missing a real chance to stand out. This free guide helps your teen identify and capture the activities they would never think to include on their own.

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47 activities

Your free guide includes:

  • A vetted, expert-approved list of 47 activity examples so your teen can see exactly what kinds of activities belong on a college application
  • What makes each activity strong, without having to do extra work to make it sound better than it is
  • What admissions readers are actually looking for in a complete Activities List, and how your teen can show them the real person behind the application

Your teen probably already has more activities than they think.

Most parents are surprised by this. Your teen may be putting the activities inventory off, unsure what counts, or nervous to see it on paper. They are not behind, and they are not lazy. They probably already have everything they need for a strong Activities List. This guide shows them exactly what to look for.

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Jaclyn N.
“Robert gave thorough instruction on my activities and was really helpful. He was always available to talk, was encouraging, and knew what to do and how to help.”
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Robert Powers, founder of College Torch
Robert Powers
Founder, College Torch · Sierra Madre, CA

I'm a college counselor who has guided 300+ students through every part of the college application, including the Activities List that so many families underestimate. I specialize in helping teens find colleges where they will genuinely thrive, and I'm a national expert in the LGBTQ+ college search.

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