Great question!

First important point - always be sure to fill out the section of the actual application that asks about extracurricular activities. EVEN IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO SUBMIT AN ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY RESUME. Fill out the extracurricular section completely, as if it were the only opportunity you had to communicate that information. This is the first place that an admission counselor is going to look to learn about your activities and work experience outside of school.

If you would like to submit an additional resume that lists your out-of-school activities, achievements, or awards - submit it in the same envelope as other application materials (the application, a check for the application fee, etc.). If all of these materials are submitted online, ask your school counselor if he/she will attach the resume with your school report and counselor recommendation. If this is against school policy, just mail it directly to the admissions office. BE SURE to include your full name, as well as another identifying piece of information (birth date or Social Security number), and get it in before the deadline.

If an activity resume is not specifically requested by the college, try to keep it to one page.

As always, be sure to read through each application - some schools may specifically instruct you NOT to submit an additional resume. Others will give you instructions on how they would like to receive supplemental information like this. Remember to follow directions!