How the Admissions Office Views College Applicants

At Empowerly, we get many students who ask us how the admissions office views different types of applicants.
How Much Do Schools Care About Volunteer Work?

We can help you figure out how they should be volunteering; how they should volunteer; and which colleges care the most about volunteer work.
Beating Writer’s Block

In this article, we offer a number of starting prompts to get you past writer’s block and into writing your college essays.
How Many Schools Should You Apply To?

In this article, we will discuss the ideal number of colleges a student should apply to and frameworks they can use to guide their decisions. Many high school seniors struggle to figure out which of the 4,000 US colleges they should add to their list, and coupled with the fees of applying and the time it takes to write essays, it is a stressful process.
International Students in US Admissions

As many students are aware, international students are applying to US colleges at an accelerating pace. In this article, we will cover tips for international students applying to college and how US students should prepare for this influx of students. At Empowerly, we have helped many international students apply and get into top US colleges.
Trends in College Admissions

There are three key factors as to why the overall admissions rates have been progressively decreasing. Let’s talk about trends in college admissions to help you create your best plan.
Interview: How to Become a International Science Fair Finalist

As a successful international science fair finalist, Ishan has unique perspectives on his journey. Read on for more!
Just How Difficult Is Transferring Colleges?

Now you face the question: just how difficult is transferring colleges? The first thing you have to do is figure out what you value in a college.
How to Select Courses as an Undecided Freshman

Here are some basic guidelines to choosing courses, even if you don’t know your major yet. So, without further ado: how to select courses as an undecided freshman!