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Parent Financial Aid Timeline: Get Ahead Before FAFSA Opens

Get a head start on college financial aid. This timeline for parents will help you prepare for FAFSA and maximize your student’s returns.

Before You Submit: 7 Last-Minute Essay Mistakes to Catch

Catch last-minute essay mistakes to strengthen your college application. In this article, we’ll show you how to fix 7 sneaky errors before you submit.

Top Mistakes to Avoid in Your College Applications

Don't let common missteps derail your college dreams. This article reveals the top mistakes to avoid when applying to college.

FAFSA vs. CSS Profile: What’s the Difference?

Confused by college financial aid? Learn the key differences between FAFSA and CSS Profile to maximize your grants, scholarships, and loans.

What If I Can’t Visit a College?

Check out our tips for alternatives for a campus tour. These steps can help you get to know a school, even if you can't visit the college itself.

How to Start Brainstorming For Your College Essays

Summer is the perfect time to start writing your essays because college application season is right around the corner! The Empowerly Team understands how difficult writer's block is, so we listed out some concrete steps for you to get started, and how to craft the perfect essay!

Your Guide to the UCLA Application

Let's take a closer look at applying to UCLA! Read on for your guide to the UCLA application.

Your Guide to the UT Austin Application

Let's dive into the application process! Read on for your guide to the UT Austin application.

When Applying Early to College Can Pay Off

The college admission code isn't a code that can be cracked easily. There are no hard and fast rules that apply for all colleges and the selection criteria aren't entirely objective. But data can provide us with some clues into admission chances.

What Can You Do in High School to Prepare for College?

Wondering what you can do in high school to prepare for college? Our team has advice to get you started on the right foot.

Our Top Picks for BS/MD Programs

Accelerated BS/MD programs are growing in popularity. In this article, we'll review our top picks for the BS/MD path.

SAT and ACT Timeline – Planning the Tests

The SAT/ACT is a daunting eventuality for any university-bound student. While some students have begun their college preparation even before getting to high school, other than keeping good grades, a standardized test is the first big step towards college admittance.

3 Small, Surefire Ways to Practice for the SAT

Do you need to practice for the SAT? I hated the SAT but I got a pretty darn good score. And I got it by doing three small but pivotal things to prepare.

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