Can someone explain the term "ECs"??

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I have read a few times that if "ECs" are good you have a better chance for getting accepted. That does this mean?

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ec=extra-curricula ie activities such as volunteer work, varsity sports, etc anything not counted as an 'academic activity' basically
 
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