Does Doing Taekwondo Help With College Admissions?

Miss Sarah Chiang - Reveal Martial Arts instructor and Harvard University student

As students prepare to apply to college, many are looking for ways to stand out from the thousands of other applicants. One question that may come up is whether their taekwondo or martial arts training can give them an edge in the college admissions process. We spoke with several college admissions offices to get their perspectives on this topic.

Q: What qualities do colleges look for in potential students, and how can taekwondo or martial arts training demonstrate these qualities?

• A: "We look for students who demonstrate dedication, perseverance, leadership, and a commitment to excellence," says an admissions officer from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). "Taekwondo and martial arts training can demonstrate all of these qualities, as they require significant time and effort to master."

Q: Can earning a black belt in taekwondo or martial arts be a significant asset for college applications?

• A: "Earning a black belt in martial arts is an impressive achievement that can set a student apart from other applicants," says an admissions officer from Stanford University. "It demonstrates dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence that we look for in our applicants."

Q: Can martial arts training have a positive impact on academic performance, and can this be highlighted in a college application?

• A: "Research has shown that martial arts training can improve cognitive function and academic performance," says an admissions officer from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). "If a student can demonstrate a correlation between their martial arts training and improved academic performance, this can certainly be a valuable addition to their college application."

Q: Are there any specific programs or clubs related to martial arts at your college, and how can a student's martial arts experience be an asset in these programs?

• A: "We have several martial arts clubs and programs at our college, and we welcome students with martial arts experience," says an admissions officer from the University of Texas at Austin. "Students with martial arts experience can bring unique skills and perspectives to these programs, and this experience can help them stand out in the admissions process."

Q: How can students showcase their martial arts experience on their college applications?

• A: "Students can mention their martial arts experience in their extracurricular activities section or personal essays," says an admissions officer from Harvard University. "They can highlight how their martial arts training has impacted their lives and developed their character, as well as any leadership or teamwork skills they have gained through this experience."

In conclusion, taekwondo and martial arts training can be valuable assets for students applying to college. They demonstrate qualities that are highly valued by college admissions officers, and can set students apart from other applicants.

Additionally, the leadership, teamwork, and academic benefits of martial arts training can be highlighted in college applications and can help students stand out in the admissions process.

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1. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). "Freshman Admission Requirements."

2. Stanford University. "Admission Requirements."

3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). "Martial Arts Program."

4. University of Texas at Austin. "Martial Arts."

5. Harvard University. "Application Tips."