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Author: Madeleine Karydes

Madeleine is an editor for Empowerly. As an undergraduate, she earned her BA from UC Berkeley as a double major with high honors in both English and Media Studies. While on campus, she published her writing in multiple journals and won outstanding departmental recognition from faculty.

Can You Afford College? The Answer is Yes!

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If you are wondering, can you afford college? We’re here to help you understand that it’s much more likely than you might think.

Does Work Experience For College Admissions Matter?

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In this article, we will uncover data we have collected on college’s preferences for work experience in college admissions.

Does Volunteer Work Matter For College Admissions?

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For those trying to balance a very busy schedule, each choice is important. You may be asking, “does volunteer work matter in college admissions?”

College Visits: Do They Really Matter For Admissions?

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Today, we’ll use this to answer the question of college visits: do they matter for admissions, really?

Guaranteed College Admissions Boost: Pt 1 Extracurricular Story

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No matter what your choice, think about using summer to frame your extracurricular story.

Quantity vs. Quality: Meaningful Extracurricular Activities

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They will ask deep questions about what you are passionate about, and what drives you. So, it’s in your interests to have experienced meaningful extracurricular activities in order to answer these questions.

How to Pick a College: Part 6 The Best College Decision

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At Empowerly, our students use a detailed approach that leads to an informed decision. And an informed decision is your best college decision in the end.

How Many SAT II Subject Tests Are Recommended?

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Many parents and students come to us at Empowerly and ask us a few questions about SAT II subject tests, from how many to which ones.

What Does a Private College Counselor Do?

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But, what does a private college counselor do? For those of you just starting out, we’re here to give you the basics.

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