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Win Big: Best Scholarship Websites in 2025

Ready to find (and win) great scholarships? Explore the best websites of 2025 for college funding. Your path to a debt-free education starts here.

3 Mistakes to Avoid When Building a College List

Don't sabotage your college dreams! Learn the top three mistakes students make when building their college list and how to avoid them.

5 Proven Ways to Upgrade Your College Essay Introduction

First impressions matter. Let’s transform your college essay with 5 effective ways to upgrade your introduction and “hook” the admissions committees.

Barnard Acceptance Rate: What It Really Takes (2025 Edition)

Unlock Barnard College admissions secrets. Explore the latest acceptance rates, GPA, and SAT/ACT scores for your 2025 application.

UC Admissions 2 of 3: How the UC Reads Extracurriculars

Get the inside scoop on UC extracurriculars from our UC Admissions Expert, Sheelah. She's seen UC admissions from all sides, including applications.

UC Admissions 1 of 3: How the UC Evaluates Academics

Get the inside scoop on UC academics from our UC Admissions Expert, Sheelah. Drawn from a Q&A session about the UC system, this will be a three-part series.

Finalizing Your College List

Finalizing your list is the first step in setting yourself up for success and can help you manage your college application stress.

What If I Can’t Visit a College?

Check out our tips for alternatives for a campus tour. These steps can help you get to know a school, even if you can't visit the college itself.

How to Start Brainstorming For Your College Essays

Summer is the perfect time to start writing your essays because college application season is right around the corner! The Empowerly Team understands how difficult writer's block is, so we listed out some concrete steps for you to get started, and how to craft the perfect essay!

Your Guide to the UCLA Application

Let's take a closer look at applying to UCLA! Read on for your guide to the UCLA application.

Your Guide to the UT Austin Application

Let's dive into the application process! Read on for your guide to the UT Austin application.

When Applying Early to College Can Pay Off

The college admission code isn't a code that can be cracked easily. There are no hard and fast rules that apply for all colleges and the selection criteria aren't entirely objective. But data can provide us with some clues into admission chances.

What Can You Do in High School to Prepare for College?

Wondering what you can do in high school to prepare for college? Our team has advice to get you started on the right foot.

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