Today’s business school applicants, tomorrow’s leaders.
Shape a standout story that top undergrad and MBA programs seek—showcasing your drive.
Our Results
Empowerly students have gained acceptance to top business schools.
The Wharton School - UPenn
Ross School of Business - Michigan
Stern School of Business - NYU
Stanford University
Columbia University
Northwestern University
Why Support Matters
Bolster your competitive positioning
Whether you plan to be a startup founder, a healthcare administrator, a management consultant, or something in between, our holistic approach to business school admissions ensures that every aspect of your student profile is as strong as it can be.
Strategic course selection
Enrolling in advanced math and social science courses isn’t the only path to a compelling transcript. Together with your counselor, identify fresh academic angles that combine analytics with the humanities and will impress admissions officers. You’ll map out your most strategic courses for getting a leg up on undergraduate or MBA program admissions—whichever destination is up next on your academic roadmap.
Business project development
Take what you’ve learned a step further by applying your skills and knowledge to a real-world problem.
Whether through an internship or personal project, conceptualize and launch your own business initiative that demonstrates innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
Extracurricular strengthening
Explore school clubs, volunteer opportunities, leadership roles, and competitions that showcase your passion for business. Top programs want students with a demonstrated record of entrepreneurship—using your Empowerly Score®, identify extracurricular gaps and work with your counselor to strengthen your overall profile.
Business interest assessment
Personalized business school strategy
Real-world business experience
Project development & execution
Holistic application excellence
Interview preparation
Our solution
Your roadmap to business school
Empowerly Score®
Developed by former admissions officers using real acceptance data, the Empowerly Score® assesses your academics, standardized test performance, extracurriculars, and essays to provide a holistic evaluation of your competitive positioning.
Advice & planning
Whether your college journey begins in middle school or senior year of high school, our holistic approach ensures you’re right where you need to be. From summer programming to AP course selection, our research team and community of experts are ready with insights and advice when you need them.
Comprehensive counseling
Get matched with an expert counselor with a business background who will guide you on how to optimize your academic and extracurricular profile for specific requirements, including specialized essays, interviews, supplemental materials, and more as required by more competitive MBA programs and undergraduate schools.
Essay editing
You might write dozens of essays during your application journey—beyond the Common App, there are supplements, scholarships, honors programs, and more. It can add up quickly. Our experienced essay editors provide expert feedback within two business days to ensure every word showcases your strengths and tells the unique story that sets you apart.
Admissions Committee Review (AdCom)
Submit your completed application draft to our expert review committee before applying. Made up of former admissions officers from top schools, they know exactly what programs are looking for. You’ll receive detailed, constructive feedback in a mock admissions setting—giving you time to strengthen your application before you hit submit. It’s one of the most valuable parts of your Empowerly journey.
Passion Project
Transform your passion for business into an impactful project that showcases your unique story and demonstrates your entrepreneurial drive.
Startup Internship Program (SIP)
Virtual internship opportunities for high schoolers in tech, financial services, telecommunications, and more at Silicon Valley startups.
TESTIMONIALS
Parent testimonial
My daughter was able to secure admission in top programs/schools including Wharton School of Business and the Canfield Business Honors Program at the University of Texas at Austin (with full tuition scholarships).
—Hannah S.
Interested in learning more?
Our expert counselors and specialized programs can help strengthen your applicant profile and guide you to admissions success. Schedule a free consultation with us to learn more about our tailored services and ancillary programs.
The Empowerly Effect
A success story. You could be next.
GPA: 3.9
SAT: 1540
CLASS RANK: Top 10%
Interests/activities: Clinical internship, Science Olympiad, Math team, Soccer team
Overview: This student joined Empowerly after junior year, seeking help with course selection and building a stronger extracurricular profile. She needed guidance to align her interests with a compelling college narrative and make her DECA involvement more impactful.
How we helped:
- Guided her to take AP Calc BC and dual-enrollment multivariable calculus to show rigor and business interest.
- Expanded her DECA role by helping launch a clothing brand, turning it into a strong college application story.
- Helped her launch the school fashion magazine, highlighting creativity and leadership.
- Guided her to join the Go Green initiative, showing her commitment to the environment.
- Helped shape her profile and essays to connect business passion with sustainability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What services are included in Empowerly’s business school admissions counseling?
Empowerly offers end-to-end support for both undergraduate business and MBA applications. Services include one-on-one counseling, Empowerly Score® evaluation, essay editing, interview prep, and a final Admissions Committee Review. Our holistic approach ensures every part of your application is polished for maximum success.
How does Empowerly help high school students get into top undergraduate business schools?
Empowerly guides students on course selection, leadership activities, and business-focused extracurriculars like DECA or startups. We also encourage entrepreneurial projects and internships to showcase initiative. Using the Empowerly Score®, we identify and strengthen profile gaps so students stand out in competitive admissions.
How does Empowerly support MBA applicants?
For MBA applicants, Empowerly provides personalized strategy, essay coaching, and interview prep. Counselors highlight your professional achievements and leadership potential while ensuring your application aligns with program expectations. We also advise on pre-application profile building, giving you a competitive edge for top MBA programs.
What is the Empowerly Score® and how does it help?
The Empowerly Score® is a proprietary, data-driven tool that measures your competitiveness for business school. It evaluates academics, test scores, extracurriculars, and essays, pinpointing strengths and weaknesses. With this roadmap, your counselor helps you strategically improve your profile for higher admissions chances.
How do Passion Projects and Startup Internships strengthen my application?
Empowerly’s Passion Project Program helps you turn personal interests into impactful ventures, like startups or nonprofits. Our Startup Internship Program connects you with real businesses for hands-on experience. Both showcase leadership, innovation, and business readiness – qualities top schools value.
Does Empowerly help with essays and interviews?
Yes. Empowerly’s essay experts provide fast, detailed feedback to craft standout personal statements and supplemental essays. We also offer mock interviews and coaching to sharpen your communication skills, helping you confidently present your story to admissions committees.
What is the Admissions Committee Review?
Before you apply, former admissions officers review your full application in a mock committee process. You receive insider feedback on essays, resumes, and recommendations – allowing you to refine your application before the real submission.
Who are Empowerly’s admissions counselors?
Empowerly counselors are experienced admissions experts, many with MBAs, business backgrounds, or former roles as admissions officers. We carefully match you with a counselor aligned to your goals, ensuring personalized guidance from someone who understands business school admissions deeply.
When should I start working with Empowerly?
High school students should ideally start by 9th or 10th grade to maximize long-term planning, though we support all grade levels. MBA applicants benefit from starting 6-12 months before deadlines to strengthen their profile and essays. Even on tight timelines, Empowerly provides effective, focused support.
What makes Empowerly’s counseling different?
Empowerly combines expert counseling, data-driven tools like the Empowerly Score®, and unique programs such as Passion Projects and internships. Our team approach ensures comprehensive feedback, and our students have earned admission to top programs like Wharton, Stanford, and Columbia. With a 98% success rate, Empowerly delivers proven results.
