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What You Should Be Doing During School Breaks (College Admissions Advice)

Written By Well Rounded Admissions Consulting on Monday, Feb 04, 2019 | 04:40 AM

 
School breaks aren’t just for chilling— they can become your biggest advantage in the college admissions process. In this video, I share 6 powerful things every student should be doing during summer break, winter break, and spring break to become a stronger, more competitive, and more well-rounded university applicant. You’ll learn how to: • Use travel to explore universities • Build your profile through volunteering • Gain real-world insight with internships • Develop transferable skills with part-time work • Explore majors through summer programs • Avoid burnout with intentional rest These strategies help you stand out in applications, clarify your career goals, and build experiences that universities actually care about. 👩🏽‍🎓 Perfect for: • High school students • International applicants • Gap year students • Parents supporting college planning • Anyone preparing for university 0:00 – Welcome + Why This Matters 0:48 – Why School Breaks = Your Secret Advantage 1:24 – Tip #1: Travel + Visit University Campuses 2:22 – Tip #2: Volunteer Your Time 3:16 – Tip #3: Internships & Job Shadowing 4:55 – Tip #4: Get a Part-Time Job 6:24 – Tip #5: Summer Programs 7:35 – Tip #6: Rest & Avoid Burnout 8:13 – How This Helps Your College Applications 8:34 – Final Advice + Next Steps #CollegeAdmissions #SchoolBreakProductivity #HighSchoolStudents #CollegePlanning #UniversityApplications #SummerBreak #WinterBreak #SpringBreak #StudyAbroad #GapYear #CollegeCounselor #StudentLife #CollegeTips