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Category: Pre-Application

Managing It All

It's easy to feel exhausted by the college admissions process, but there are practical steps you can take to manage that stress.

Student Scoop: Carnegie Mellon

When you fuse the best of those and add a hint of afternoon-bagpipe-playing-in-the-middle-of-campus, the result is profoundly unique: Carnegie Mellon.

Student Scoop: Claremont McKenna College

As a rising sophomore, I believe that choosing to attend Claremont McKenna College has been one of my best life decisions.

How Many Schools Should You Apply To?

In this article, we will discuss the ideal number of colleges a student should apply to and frameworks they can use to guide their decisions. Many high school seniors struggle to figure out which of the 4,000 US colleges they should add to their list, and coupled with the fees of applying and the time it takes to write essays, it is a stressful process.

Everything You Need to Know About Financial Aid: Part I

If you are going to college soon and you will need financial aid, you will need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA).

How Parents Can Help Kids Prepare for the SAT

Parents have a role to play when it comes to helping kids manage the stress around preparing to take the SAT.

How Do I Apply for College Financial Aid?

If you’re looking into financial aid for college, you're not alone: over 80% of U.S. college students receive aid to pay for their education.

Different Kinds of Financial Aid

In this post, we outline the various different kinds of financial aid to help you understand what they are, how they differ, and how they might work for you.

College Acceptance Benchmarks: Decoded

College acceptance benchmarks may be elusive, but not impossible. Empowerly understands that students are more than just a number.Â