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Class of 2026 Early Decision Notification Dates

Early Decision notification dates are just around the corner. This article will break down what you need to know.

Burnout-Proof Your College Journey: Time Management Tips

1470 SAT Score: Is It Good? And What Colleges Accept It?

Got a 1470 SAT score? Find out what 1470 means for your college admissions prospects and which colleges are within your reach.

What Grades Do Colleges Look At? Complete 2026 Guide

Wondering when colleges start looking at your grades? You can find Empowerly's advice on high school grades and preparing for college here.

5 Best Summer Jobs for High Schoolers

Here is a helpful list of great summer jobs for high schoolers that can help boost an application to the 'yes' pile!

Creating and Formatting a Resume for College

When approaching your resume for college, here are the things you need to keep in mind. Let's get started.

5 Reasons You May Want to Rethink Applying Early Decision

Applying early might not be the right direction for you. At the very least, we recommend you rethink applying early to be sure it's your smartest move.

No Internship? No Problem: Still Build Up Resume in Summer

Empowerly is here to say: it's okay, you can still build up your resume with these activities!

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!

Merit Scholarships: What They Are and How to Get Them

In this article, we will learn what merit scholarships are, and how to get them to help you fund college.

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.

How to Ask for a Summer Research Position Via Email

For many STEM students, getting involved with an existing lab for a summer research position is a primary goal.

AP Scores and What They Mean For Ivy League Admissions

AP season is just around the corner, and for many students, that means the start of intense anxiety. How do I know what a "good" score is for each of the tests? How will this impact my chances of college admissions? Can I get college credit for these tests?

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