College Applications
Common App
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Mastering the Common App Activities Section
Rupesh RegmiMar 19, 2026 — 10 min read
In this blog
1. What the Common App Activities Section Really Does
2. Key Facts About the Activities Section
3. Strategic Principles Before You Start
4. Step 1: Decide Which Activities to Include
5. Step 2: Rank Your Activities in a Strategic Order
6. Step 3: Choose the Right Category for Each Activity
7. Step 4: Write Strong Activity Names
8. Step 5: Write Concise, Impact Focused Descriptions
9. Step 6: Estimate Hours and Weeks Honestly
10. Step 7: Decide What to Mark as Will Continue
11. Step 8: Coordinate with Essays and Extra Sections
12. Step 9: Special Cases and How to List Them
13. Step 10: Final Review Checklist
14. How WiseAdmit Can Help
15. Final Thoughts
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