What Does Open Admission Mean & Best Open Colleges For 2025
In this article, we’ll take a deeper dive into what, exactly open admission is (and isn’t).
Parents: Why Choose an HBCU?
The Higher Education Act of 1965 defines HBCUs as “any historically black college or university that was established prior to 1964, whose principal mission was, and is, the education of black Americans.” HBCUs have a long legacy of producing successful graduates in all fields, with an active professional alumni network, which is one of the primary draws. In a competitive job market, students know they will have an extensive network within which to search for a job after graduation.
My Empowerly Experience: Student Story
“So much more than just reading your essays,” says Priya.
Looking for a first-hand account of what it’s like to work with our Empowerly community, from a real student? To make sure you know the facts, we interviewed an Empowerly student, Priya K.,* about her experience.Â
Brown University Research: Bursts of Beta
Read up on some current research Brown is leading to enrich your understanding of the school itself!
Interested in learning more? Read up on some current research the campus is leading to enrich your understanding of the school itself.
How to Strengthen Your Reading Skills
Do you love to read? Do you sit in school anxiously waiting for the opportunity to dive into a good book as soon as the bell rings? If this does not describe you, then you might benefit from gaining some great reading strategies. Readers who read well often like to read too. And since reading is so important for school, college testing, and many careers, it’s a good idea to develop those skills now. What does a good reader do?
College Counselor Chat with Christine W.
What is one trait that you find common among the most successful students you have worked with?
Online, Digital, or Virtual: Well-Rounded Still Wins Out
In-demand spots are suddenly uncertain. Who makes the cut? We find, being well-rounded as a scholar and student still wins out.
What to Do at a Virtual College Fair
If you’re a rising junior or senior, you’re probably starting to think about building and finalizing your college list. At this point, you may be wondering, “what do I do at a college fair?” or even asking yourself, “how do I network at a virtual college fair?” and while this is unprecedented territory for all of us, luck for you, the experts know what to do.
What If There Aren’t Any AP Classes that Relate to My Major?
What do you do if there aren’t any AP classes that relate to your intended major? Many students want to understand how to approach this.
