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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]That is an extra. [/quote]

I am looking at other kid's extras and they are in like 2 sports year round, nation honor, volunteering etc. [/quote]

But your kid is different. Stop thinking there is a formula.

Celebrate the kid you have. Don't send the message that he needs to fit some cookie cutter image.

He should be honest about his unique mix of strengths, and a school that values that will welcome him. [/quote]

I agree, but the new admissions format de-emphasize traditional excellence of high test scores. [b]How do we let them know he's doing something out of the ordinary and not get passed [/b]if he doesn't have the 10000x activities and volunteering? FYI we also are looking for a place that will help propel his business and tech interests. Any suggestions for schools that look for future tech leaders would be helpful. [/quote]

He can write about his business in his essay. Look for schools that have programs for entrepreneurship. One place to start looking is Babson College. There's a profile of it here: https://yourcollegeboundkid.com/2021/07/02/babson-college-ma/

And here's a list of others: https://www.collegexpress.com/lists/list/the-experts-choice-colleges-for-the-budding-entrepreneur/124/

Being unique and self-driven is a huge benefit for standing out vs. the routine sports/clubs HS student.[/quote]

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