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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!

What are the Best Engineering Colleges in the U.S.?

If you are debating which engineering college to go to, consider these tips to help you pick the best one for you.

25 Best Business Schools For Undergraduates (2025 Edition)

Looking to major in business for your undergraduate degree? Here are the top business schools for undergrads in the United States!

Carnegie Mellon Acceptance Rate: How Hard Is It to Get In?

What is driving Carnegie Mellon’s shrinking acceptance rate — and more importantly, what does this mean for today’s high school students?

Community College or University: Different School Structures

This article will define the different school structures we're dealing with when comparing community college and university.

How to Make Your Extracurriculars Shine Without Arrogance

Suddenly, you have to figure out how to make your extracurriculars shine without arrogance on the spot. When did everyone else learn how to do that?

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Emory University’s Essays

With these guidelines, you can unlock Emory University's essays like a pro. For tips on polishing your draft after you've gotten it down in writing, see our concluding reminders!

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Notre Dame’s Essays

This article dissects how to answer Notre Dame's essays. Read through these perspectives, and you will be well on your way

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Rice University’s Essays

Here is Empowerly's guidance on how to respond to Rice University's four additional essay questions.Here is Empowerly's guidance on how to respond to Rice University's essays. There are four additional essay questions for us to tackle together.

Internships: What and Why You Need to Know Before College

Today, we're talking about the potential field you face approaching internships sometime in the next few years.

Economics: This Major Covers A Wide Breadth Of Skills

next year or two? Just got into college and not sure what to pursue? Today, we'll explore one option to help you broaden your horizons... an economics major may be the answer for you.

Junior’s College List Doesn’t Match Parent Expectations?

How can you move forward when your junior's college list doesn't match parent expectations?

Is Changing Major In College Hard? Be Prepared

Make sure you know the implications of being indecisive; because the stakes can be significant. Let's discuss what it really takes to succeed at changing major in college.

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