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UC Application Tips: How to Prepare for When the Portal Opens

UC application tips to stay ahead: Learn key steps, tasks, and timelines to prepare before the UC portal opens on August 1. Don’t wait!

University of Florida vs. Florida State University

University of Florida (UF) vs. Florida State (FSU): Compare rankings, costs, student life, and more to find your college match in the Sunshine State.

Top STEM Summer Programs For High School Students

Explore the top 16 STEM programs for high school students this summer. Discover hands-on experiences, cutting-edge research, & boost your college applications!

University of Virginia vs. Virginia Tech

UVA vs. Virginia Tech: Compare academics, costs, student life, and career outcomes to find your best fit between Virginia’s top universities.

No Internship? No Problem: Still Build Up Resume in Summer

Empowerly is here to say: it's okay, you can still build up your resume with these activities!

Uncommon STEM Tracks You Should Consider

Students interested in STEM subjects have a wide range of careers options in front of them; STEM jobs are largely in demand and have high base salaries. Here are some tracks you may want to consider if you're interested in a STEM-related career!

Merit Scholarships: What They Are and How to Get Them

In this article, we will learn what merit scholarships are, and how to get them to help you fund college.

5 Ways STEM Students Differentiate a College Application

For many STEM students, the college application is an anxiety-producing process. It is often unclear what one can do to differentiate their application from others in their domain. Here is a list of helpful tips to create the strongest possible profile as a STEM student.

How to Ask for a Summer Research Position Via Email

For many STEM students, getting involved with an existing lab for a summer research position is a primary goal.

AP Scores and What They Mean For Ivy League Admissions

AP season is just around the corner, and for many students, that means the start of intense anxiety. How do I know what a "good" score is for each of the tests? How will this impact my chances of college admissions? Can I get college credit for these tests?

3 More Elite STEM Competitions

In an earlier post, Empowerly discussed 4 elite STEM competitions a motivated student might want to pursue. Here are 3 more ideas!

STEM Students: How Does Your Essay Stand Out?

It can feel like everyone is a STEM student. If that's you, you need to ask yourself: how does your essay stand out?

How to Prepare for your AP Exams

Imagine you're set to compete in a running race in the mountains of Switzerland; what would you do to prepare? Certainly, you'd train in advance, order plane tickets, reserve a hotel room, and buy the necessary equipment (shoes, good running shorts, stylish socks). You'd do everything in your power to set yourself up for success.Â

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