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50 Incredible Research Opportunities for High School Students

This article explores the myriad of incredible research opportunities accessible to high school students this year. Let’s dive in.

30 Art Internships for High School Students for 2026

Top 12 art internships designed specifically for high school students! Each program offers a stepping stone toward a fulfilling career in the arts.

Best D2 Schools With High Acceptance Rate (2026)

With nearly 300 schools, a D2 school may be the best of both worlds: less expensive institution with a balance of academics and competition.

Top 50 Best Universities & Colleges in New York (2026)

Like other top schools across the country, those in NY receive thousands of applications from highly qualified students every year.

How I Got Accepted to UCLA

Read the first-hand account from former Empowerly student, Casey M., how she found her home and path to success at the University of California, Los Angeles.Â

Colleges Move to Test-Optional Policy Amid COVID-19

Since the cancellation of SAT and ACT test dates, some colleges have decided to make the upcoming admission cycle test-optional, and consider test optional policy for good.Â

Online Learning Tools for the COVID-19 Pandemic

It's a strange time. Let's take a serious look at the available online learning tools you can take advantage of to help!

Important: Empowerly Portal Update!

As they say, time is money; don't waste either of yours. Want better results for all your hard work? Track your progress. Record your academic performance and standardized test scores in yourÂ Academic Profile section of the Digital Toolkit. By doing so, Empowerly's counselors, editors, and expert researchers can give you more customized feedback and recommendations!

COVID-19 Foils Admitted Student Days, Campus Visits

Here's our advice for how to not get stuck in a rut of disappointment. Handle the Corona-related campus visits' cancellations while remaining informed.

Empowerly’s Online Tools During the COVID-19 Pandemic

With COVID-19 growing in our communities, Empowerly wants to help you with our plethora of online learning tools.

Choosing a High School in the Bay Area

When choosing a high school to attend, it's important to select one where you can thrive. This article covers the basics of Bay Area high school selection.

Where to Find Unique and Lucrative Scholarships

Starting to think about where to find scholarships? When it comes to paying for college, scholarships and grants can be a big help.

Facing A College Rejection Letter

Check out this whole growth mindset business.Â We can face a college rejection letter together.

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