uscbigdawg Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 I'm (hopefully) finishing my application today and wanted to get some feedback from folks on Awards. Academic stuff (scholarships, Dean's List, etc.) all make sense to place on there. However, for those with military experience, do we put down the awards we earned in the military (GCM, ARCOM, AAM, NATO, GWOT, etc.)? Any input is appreciated. Thanks, Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicole.a Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 I would say definitely put it. In the CASPA FAQ, it says: "AWARDS, HONORS, AND LEADERSHIPList any honors or awards received, and positions of leadership you have held." ANY honors or awards. The honors don't have to be academic. I think schools want to see that you don't just excel at school. I, personally, think military awards are impressive; they make you stand out from the crowd. Good luck with your application! :) -Nicole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uscbigdawg Posted July 15, 2011 Author Share Posted July 15, 2011 I talked to my first choice school's admissions counselor today and basically she understood my concern. I didn't want to shotgun blast the application with every award that I received (there are some that are "minor"), but at the same time, like you said Nicole, I want to show that I did stand out from even the military crowd and not just earned the 'automatic' awards that we are often given. Thanks a bunch folks. Now on to revision #12 of my Narrative. Have a good one, but want a great one. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynwash Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Can someone point me in the direction of where to enter Awards, Honors & Leadership on the application? I've searched and searched and just seem to be missing it. Thanks! Cynthia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynwash Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Can someone point me in the direction of where to enter Awards, Honors & Leadership on the application? I've searched and searched and just seem to be missing it. Thanks! Cynthia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uscbigdawg Posted July 19, 2011 Author Share Posted July 19, 2011 Hi Cynthia. It's under Work and Volunteer Experience. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uscbigdawg Posted July 19, 2011 Author Share Posted July 19, 2011 Hi Cynthia. It's under Work and Volunteer Experience. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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