Extracurricular(s)

Student Spotlight: Path to Princeton Through Science

Empowerly sat down with Changxiao, our CTO, to learn more about what extracurriculars in science helped him on his path to Princeton.
Empowerly sat down with Changxiao, our CTO (Chief Technical Officer), to learn more about what extracurriculars in science helped him gain acceptance to Princeton. We asked all the questions you might want to know. Read our interview to understand his perspective on admissions and high school extracurricular activities!

August 24, 2020 No Comments

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Hard Sciences

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.

July 22, 2020 No Comments

Computer Science

Top 16 STEM Summer Programs

Apply to STEM summer programs for high school students? Which ones are still accepting applications anyway? We’ve got you covered.

February 21, 2020 No Comments

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Academics

Ask Me Anything: How I Cracked BS/MD Admissions

Earning a spot in a medical school while in high school? Learn from our counselor Rohith K. what his experience with BS/MD admissions was like.
Learn from our counselor Rohith K. what his experience was like.

August 23, 2019 1 Comment

Hard Sciences

Our Top Picks for BS/MD Programs

Accelerated BS/MD programs are growing in popularity. In this article, we’ll review our top picks for the BS/MD path.

May 30, 2019 No Comments

Computer Science

Community Service For Students Interested In STEM

Are you looking for community service opportunities that relate to STEM? If you’re headed on the STEM track, you should look for volunteer opportunities that allow you to practice and provide your expertise in science, technology, engineering or math.

March 13, 2019 No Comments

Computer Science

STEM Summer Programs For Girls

Girls-only STEM summer programs encourage girls to study STEM. Encourage young women in middle and high school to participate!

February 9, 2019 No Comments

Choosing a Major

Uncommon STEM Tracks You Should Consider

Students interested in STEM subjects have a wide range of careers options in front of them; STEM jobs are largely in demand and have high base salaries. Here are some tracks you may want to consider if you’re interested in a STEM-related career!

May 21, 2018 No Comments

Computer Science

5 Ways STEM Students Differentiate a College Application

For many STEM students, the college application is an anxiety-producing process. It is often unclear what one can do to differentiate their application from others in their domain. Here is a list of helpful tips to create the strongest possible profile as a STEM student.

May 14, 2018 1 Comment