1. 首先，competitiveness的定义中，有这么一句话，非常直接的解释了何为竞争力：Competitiveness is often measured by comparing performance and outcomes against competitors, with the aim of achieving a superior position and sustainable advantage in the marketplace.
superior position=冠军及最高荣誉 sustainable advantage代表持续时长（统治力）
来自Cranbrook招办老师的回复，也体现大多数学校对于获奖记录的态度：
Thank you for your question. At Cranbrook, we value the profile first. Of course, the awards are important or can matter but we value the profile over the competitiveness. The teamwork and the team spirit. Sometimes, it doesn't pay off but, in the end, it always does. We are trying to recruit students who will make a difference, have an impact on the community. It's like a family here. 在Cranbrook，我们看重的是学生的整体背景和条件，当然获奖记录是重要且有竞争力的，也体现了学生的团队协作及团队精神，但有时候并不能全面的体现所有情况。我们在寻找的是可以通过自身努力改变周围环境、改变团体和社群的学生。这里是一种家庭的氛围。
