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Do You Need a Counselor For College Admissions?

College admissions is a complicated process and it has been reported that 26% of college applicants today use a private college admissions consultant. This is primarily because of a rapidly growing applicant pool - students can now apply online through the Common App and thousands of international applicants are applying for admission to US colleges. But aside from systematic change in the admissions process, which we have pushed for in the form of changing the matching process itself, what can students and parents do to prepare their child for their future?

College Admissions Counseling Helps You Get Into College

Applying for college can be an overwhelming experience, but college admissions counseling can help to simplify the journey.

How to Get Accepted by Harvard

Read this article to learn more about Empowerly's advice on how to get accepted by Harvard!

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!