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Category: High School

Empowerly Student Speaks From the Heart

Today, we wanted to share the achievements of one of our stellar Empowerly students, Isabella, and how we supported her in gaining admission to her current university, UC Berkeley!

Juniors: How to Get on Track with College Prep

Read tips for juniors to kickstart college prep. From researching colleges to exploring financial aid, this guide will help you stay on track for admissions.

Five Things to Finish in Fall Semester

There are plenty of things taking up attention in high school. Here’s a list of five things to finish in the fall semester before the time gets away from you.

What’s the Deal with the Coalition App?

Curious about the Coalition App? We can offer some information to guide you in your decision about whether or not to use this new system.

How to Pick a College: Part 2 Choosing By Major

Think of academic study in college as an opportunity to refine a skillset. At Empowerly, we ask our student what problem they want to solve and which skills they'll need to address it. Choosing a major is the first step and should always serve as part of an academic plan. Your college decision should be based on the overall tools and resources a university offers. Hopefully you have a tentative idea that can be easily explained.

How to Pick a College: Part 5 Special Collections

Academic life changes greatly from high school to college. Think back to the difference after transitioning from middle school. Topics and assignments grew more refined and specialized. The same jump will occur because of the vast intellectual offerings and facilities that can support academic inquiry. At Empowerly we encourage in-depth research to uncover all of the unique collegiate opportunities. College decisions should weigh academic potential between universities.

JD/MBA Nuances: Application Process And Program Length

If you're someone who is thinking about pursuing a JD/MBA, it's important to familiarize yourself with what the application process looks like.

How to Determine Your Chances of Admittance to a College

Then, you'll want to know how to determine your chances of admittance to a certain college. Here is our method.

Should I Take a Gap Year?

Students who have taken a gap year can learn so much about themselves and develop such maturity that some universitiesÂ actively encourage the practice.