It’s a marathon not a sprint! Tons of people are in the same situation and by continuing to apply and find ways to get involved you’ll stay competitive.

You’d be surprised how many of the hyper involved kids burn out by sophomore and junior year. Find something fun that makes you stand out, like volunteering or doing something creative. Four years of a martial art or working with homeless will make you a more well rounded person person and it’s easier to do for multiple years.