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500+ Good Persuasive Speech Topics For Students & Debaters (2026)

If coming up with an argument for a persuasive speech topic is stressing you out, don’t worry. You are in good hands: Empowerly is here to help.

35 Best U.S. Schools for Dental Hygiene Majors & Colleges (2026)

Embarking on a career in dental hygiene can be a rewarding path for people with a passion for oral health and patient care.

Top Summer Programs for Middle Schoolers (2026)

In this article, we’ll provide a shortlist of some of the best summer programs for middle schoolers to get you started.

The Problem with ED: Why Early Decision Can Cost You

Considering ED? Early Decision can raise your admission odds, but it can also limit your options. Let’s define what Early Decision could cost you.

How to Approach Summer Programs for High School

Honing in on a passion, pursuing it full-time over summer, and reflecting on the experience are highly important parts of the iterative process here at Empowerly.

The Real Cost of College

You may think you know what the cost of your college degree will be...but have you factored in all the hidden fees?

Parents: My Student Identifies As LGBTQ+

As parents, we want our students to thrive in college. How can we make sure our students thrive while accepting and growing into their identities? Parents and loved ones of LGBTQ+ students, read on for more.

High School Entrepreneur Programs to Actually Help Teens Launch Startups

A good high school entrepreneur program can provide a boost. We have a list of entrepreneurship programs for high school students.

College Bound: Building Healthy Family Relationships

As you prepare to graduate from high school and transition to college, you enter the adult world. These changes will affect your relationship with your parents.

Spotlight: How to Be Yourself in 500 Words (or Less)

I want to emphasize that there will always be some serendipity in college acceptances. At the end of the day, you can only be yourself.

Why It’s OK to Enter College with an Undecided Major

Picking a major is a confusing decision for any student to make. It is even more confusing when you have no idea what you want to do. But an undecided major is okay!

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Cornell University’s Essays

Cornell University demands a strong application to succeed. Here is Empowerly's guidance on how to answer the Cornell essays!Â

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.

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