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UC Application Tips: How to Prepare for When the Portal Opens

What it took to get in: Empowerly’s Class of 2026 admission results

The real danger of AI in education isn’t cheating

What College Yield Rates Reveal About Demand and Selectivity

What Makes MIT an Elite STEM School?

Let’s take a look at why MIT is so sought after, and why it’s considered one of the top STEM schools in the country.

Different Strategies to Get into an Ivy League School

Gaining admission to an Ivy League school requires strategic planning, dedication, and a willingness to go above and beyond.

How to Choose the Perfect Summer Internship Program

An internship can confirm what you want out of life, and also fill in the gaps of your current experience and knowledge.

The Top 5 Things that Shine on a College Application

Being strategic will help you build your best college application package, and boost your chances of snagging those acceptance letters.

Coffee with a Counselor: Megan W.

Let’s sit down with Empowerly counselor Megan W. to learn more about her approach to college counseling and student admissions advice.

Scholarship Opportunities and How to Benefit from Them

If you’re attending classes at a university in the U.S., you likely qualify to apply for multiple scholarships—you just don’t know it yet.

What Stanford Admissions Looks for in a Prospective Student

Stanford is known for its academic excellence, world-class faculty, and influence on technology and innovation.

Empowerly Student Cracks the Code to Top Computer Science Programs

He persevered despite challenges, and found himself on the cutting edge of one of the most competitive fields in academia. Here’s how one Bay Area Empowerly student cracked the code to top computer science programs.

The Impact of Student Government on Your College Application

Let’s take a closer look at student government and the positive impact it could have on your college application.

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