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Q. Would you list your nomination and acceptance to Who’s Who Among American High School Students on the college application? Sterling F.

A. “Who’s Who Among American High School Students” is an annual publication, now in its 40th year, that lists students nominated and selected as “Who’s Who.” With a B average or better and involved in school and community activities may be nominated by a teacher or youth activity sponsor. According to the group’s Web site, 5 percent of high school students receive this honor each year.

If this is something you are proud of then yes, put it on your application. This award may or may not sway a college’s decisions. But no award or recognition is too small if it is important to you.

This is your time to shine and your cover sheet and resume should show off who yo uare and what you are about. Keep in mind that it is to your benefit to have these awards and recognitions listed clearly and neatly with a short description, one sentence is fine, attached so the admissions counselor can understand them.

Special thanks to Lisa LeVie, counselor at Bishop Stang High School in Dartmouth, Mass.

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