Top Tips from a Former Stanford Admissions Officer
Want to catch up with the state of affairs in college admissions? Tune in for the latest tips from a former Stanford admissions officer.
Should I Disclose My Learning Disability on College Apps?
If you are one of the thousands of high school students with a learning disability, you may be unsure about how to approach the college application process. Should you disclose your learning disability on your college application? Or is it better to keep it to yourself? To disclose or not to disclose You are not […]
Managing It All
It’s easy to feel exhausted by the college admissions process, but there are practical steps you can take to manage that stress.
5 Business Ideas for Teens to Start their Career as an Entrepreneur
If you’re looking to pocket some extra cash and get valuable experience that lasts a lifetime, starting a business as a teen may be in the cards for you.
Empowerly’s Guide to Understanding the College List
Empowerly’s Guide to Understanding the College List is chock full of insights Empowerly has gained over the years, broken down and distilled.
How to Write an Impactful College Admissions Essay
You’ve filled out the application and requested your letters of recommendation. Now it’s time for the fun part: the college admissions essay. Writing a personal statement can be daunting, but it’s also a great way to show colleges who you are. With these tips, you’ll be ready to write a powerful college admissions essay. Getting […]
Empowering Activities: Blending Biotech and Business
In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Empowerly student Ria J. to learn about her journey. We talked about her current research, plans for the future and more!
How COVID Has Changed College Admissions
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic completely changed the world; the college admissions process is no exception. Let’s take a look at what has changed, and what it all means for your applications. Grades During the school closures in 2020, many schools switched to a pass/fail system rather than the usual letter grades for […]
Practical Steps to Minimize Stress as You Begin Your College Prep Journey
Although avoiding stress is almost impossible, adjusting to how you manage that stress is completely within your control.Â
