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Building Connections through College Internship Programs

Because summer internships can lead to a lifetime of networking possibilities, it’s important to be strategic. Internships for college students are valuable.

Coffee with a Counselor: Jermaine D.

Let’s chat with Empowerly Elite College Counselor Jermaine to learn more about his approach to counseling, and his admissions advice for students.

5 Regrets These Students Had from High School

No one wants to graduate with high school regrets. But sometimes, the insight we gain from forging our own path through life holds valuable wisdom.

Why Should I Hire a Private College Counselor?

When my son was five, I signed him up for soccer at the local recreation center. As he got older, it was clear volunteer coaches and playing for fun didn't fit him. So at 11, he started training and playing for a competitive team. He is now a much better soccer player because of the higher expectations, quality coaching, and more competitive play.

Coffee with a Counselor: Alison H.

Let’s get real with Empowerly counselor Alison H. to learn more about her counseling approach and admissions advice for students.

How To Get Into Harvey Mudd College

If you’re curious about how to get accepted into Harvey Mudd University, you’re in luck! Empowerly has the answers!

How Do Colleges Assess High School GPA Scores?

For all schools, we can confidently say the student's high school GPA plays a big part in their evaluation. How a university assesses this data can change from school to school however!

Is The Academic Index Important?

The Academic Index (AI) is the system used by Ivy League universities to determine a student's academic performance. So, what does it mean?

Bay Area College Counseling

College admissions are becoming more competitive each year, and seats at the top universities are becoming more sought after. As Stanford professor Mitchell Stevens puts it, "it's not a pretty ecology overall". Having helped thousands of students, we have a few suggestions specifically for students from San Francisco, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Cupertino, Fremont, and the surrounding areas.