It depends. There are many college activities that are competitive. For example, you often have to audition to be in a dance group or perform in a play. However, some groups and activities are open to everyone (i.e., the outing club, community service groups). If there’s an activity you want to join but you don’t get selected, see if there’s another role you can take on. Maybe you didn’t get a part in the play, but you can join the tech crew or become a stage manager.
This all depends on what extracurricular activity you wish to join. Activist clubs that promote social causes are usually open to whoever wishes to join. Performing arts groups, whose popularity and credibility rely on their talent and skill, are usually audition-based in order to maintain the quality of their work. Sports teams are usually selective at the varsity and club level, but intramural sports allow anyone to play.
In some cases, certain skills will be a prerequisite for participating in a specific extracurricular activity – for instance, playing with an orchestra or band. This is also true of varsity teams for which students must try out and be accepted. Sororities and fraternities usually have procedures through which members must be accepted, and there are other examples along this line, depending on the school.
In some cases, certain skills will be a prerequisite for participating in a specific extracurricular activity – for instance, playing with an orchestra or band. This is also true of varsity teams for which students must try out and be accepted. Sororities and fraternities usually have procedures through which members must be accepted, and there may be other examples along this line, depending on the school.
That will vary from school to school and activity to activity. Some extracurriculars simply can’t accommodate large numbers. Other programs know that not everyone will be available at all times, so maintain a larger roster.
It all depends on the school, but for most you have to be accepted.
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