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San Diego College Counseling Services by Empowerly

Your Path to Success

Empowering San Diego students on their path to college success

Empowerly offers tailored college counseling services for students in San Diego, designed to meet the unique needs of local high schoolers and their families. From SAT/ACT preparation to personalized essay guidance, we’re here to make the college admissions process as smooth as possible.

Why Choose Us?

Why choose Empowerly in San Diego?

Experienced Counselors

Experienced Counselors

Our team includes former admissions officers and college counselors with in-depth knowledge of the college admissions landscape.

Personalized Guidance


Personalized Guidance


We understand that every student’s journey is unique. Our counselors create personalized plans that highlight each student's strengths and goals.

Local Insights

Local Insights

With familiarity of local schools and communities, our counselors bring insights that add value to the application process, ensuring students can stand out.

The Benefits of Studying Close to Home

Top colleges and universities in the San Diego region

University of California, San Diego (UCSD)

Known for its strong STEM programs and research opportunities, UCSD has an acceptance rate of approximately 34%, with an average GPA of 4.07 for admitted students. Tuition is $14,700 for in-state students and $44,454 for out-of-state students.

San Diego State University (SDSU)

SDSU offers a diverse range of programs and is well-known for its business, engineering, and public health degrees. The acceptance rate is around 37%, with an average GPA of 3.97 for admitted students. Tuition costs are $8,174 for in-state students and $20,054 for out-of-state students.

University of San Diego (USD)

A private Catholic university, USD is renowned for its programs in law, business, and international relations. With an acceptance rate of approximately 59%, the average GPA for incoming students is 3.88. Tuition and fees total about $54,554 per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our San Diego College Counseling Services

Academic and Extracurricular Planning

Academic and Extracurricular Planning

We help students develop well-rounded profiles that showcase their academic achievements, interests, and passions.

College Essay Support


College Essay Support


From brainstorming to final edits, our essay experts guide students in writing compelling essays that reflect their authentic voice.

Application Strategy

Application Strategy

Empowerly counselors offer strategic advice on school lists, application timing, and decision-making to maximize each student’s potential.

Test Prep Resources

Test Prep Resources

We provide SAT/ACT tutoring and resources tailored to improve scores and reduce test anxiety.

TESTIMONIALS

First-hand student successes

“Empowerly gave me the confidence and support I needed to navigate the college admissions process. I’m so happy I got into my dream school!”

—Jessica, admitted to UC San Diego

“Thanks to Empowerly’s personalized guidance, my son was able to build a strong application that highlighted his strengths.”

—Michael, parent of a student admitted to San Diego State University

“The essay guidance and test prep resources were incredible. I couldn’t have done it without Empowerly’s help.”

—Emily, admitted to the University of San Diego

Empowerly by the Numbers

Empowerly navigates your journey to top colleges with a 98% success rate
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Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Empowerly offer in San Diego?

Empowerly provides comprehensive college counseling services, including academic planning, college application strategy, essay support, and test prep resources. Our counselors guide students through every step of the college admissions process to help them achieve their goals.

How is Empowerly different from other college counseling services?

Empowerly’s team includes former admissions officers and experienced college counselors who bring insider knowledge to help students succeed. We also provide a personalized approach tailored to each student’s unique strengths, goals, and community context.

What makes Empowerly’s San Diego counseling services unique?

Our familiarity with San Diego’s local schools and community allows us to offer insights that add value to the application process. We understand the specific needs of students from San Diego, making our guidance especially relevant and effective.

How does Empowerly’s essay support work?

Our counselors work with students to develop essay ideas, refine drafts, and ensure the final piece reflects each student’s authentic voice. We provide feedback throughout the process, from brainstorming to final revisions.

Can Empowerly help with SAT/ACT prep?

Yes, we offer SAT and ACT prep resources to improve scores and build test-taking confidence. Our counselors provide strategies tailored to each student’s strengths to maximize their performance.

How do I get started with Empowerly in San Diego?

Getting started is easy! Schedule a consultation with one of our counselors to learn how Empowerly can help you or your student reach your college goals.

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Milan’s story

Milan always had a creative mind for problem-solving. During the summer before his sophomore year, his mother asked him to help bring heavy groceries from the garage, and he wondered how he could move them more quickly and efficiently. He researched, designed, and assembled an autonomous robot from scratch using materials around his house, including a hoverboard and commercial off-the-shelf electronic products. The robot he created has become a helpful addition to mundane household tasks.


After joining Empowerly, with the help of his counselor, Milan was able to bridge the connections between autonomous vehicles, software development, and his concerns about food supplies with the world’s growing population. Milan applied and was accepted as an intern with the Autonomy Testbed for Exploration Research and Simulation (OceanWATERS) software team with NASA during the summer before his senior year.

He spent the semester working with engineers, developing new simulations that could help astronauts use autonomous landers on a planet like Mars or aid farmers in avoiding injury by having them use robots to perform potentially dangerous tasks.


Milan’s dedication to making our world more manageable earned him an acceptance to Rice University, one of his dream schools.