No extracurricular activities on my high school resume, am I screwed for college?

Question

I have over a 3.0 GPA and a 24 on my ACT (first time taking it), will having no extracurricular activities really put me at that big of a disadvantage?

Also, my GPA is a lot lower than I had hope. But then, I'm taking advanced courses, do colleges really pay attention to what kind of classes you take?

Answer 1

If you are a senior, join a couple of clubs this year.

Answer 2

It would most likely help if you were involved in at least one thing.  Depends on what year you are in HS, too.  

I have heard that some colleges look more at how long you've been involved in a club than the number of clubs you're in.

If you've done things in your community, or with church, etc. those would also be helpful to include.  I just applied to a school and one of the essays wanted me to include significant activities in either school, church or my community.  

Hope this helps, and good luck! :)

Answer 3

It depends on what school you are trying to get in. My State University would accept you.