By Jennifer L. For many high school students, sports are more than just after-school activities — they’re a core part of your identity, discipline, and community. But when it comes to college admissions, how much do athletics really matter for you? The answer depends largely on how sports fit into your overall college plan. First, consider your role if you participate in sports but do not plan to compete in
by Sarah M. Students are often advised to stay away from essay topics that might be too generic, and one common example of that is athletics. Since so many high school students play sports, it can seem like it might be too difficult to write a unique essay. But there’s no reason to throw out an entire genre, especially one so potentially rich and interesting. Athletics can provide excellent experience
The Big Ten is a collection of colleges with a focus on intercollegiate sports; currently there are 14 member universities in the Big Ten. Members of the Big Ten include schools like Northwestern, Purdue University, and Rutgers University. On October 8th, the Big Ten released news of a scholarship policy which would “guarantee 4-year scholarships for athletes.” Previously at many colleges, a student’s athletic scholarship could be taken away after
