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Top 5 Colleges for Pre-Med Students in 2026

Discover 5 great pre-med colleges for 2026. Compare acceptance rates, clinical opportunities, and research hubs at the top universities in the nation.

Early Admissions Results for Empowerly Students: Class of 2026

Our Class of 2026 celebrates early admission success: 95% acceptance rate, $2M+ in annual scholarship funding, and admissions to top institutions nationwide.

What Can You Do With a Computer Science Degree in 2026?

What can you do with a CS degree in 2026? Explore top-paying jobs in AI, cybersecurity, & cloud, plus salary benchmarks and a clear plan for students.

Maximize Your Summer: Summer Programs

In fact, a summer program should be joyful and exciting. If you want to maximize your summer, let's make it fun!

How to Study for the SAT’s

Everyone says it's important to prepare. But what if you don't know how to study for the SAT yet? We have advice to help you to do well on the real thing.

Tips on Writing an Admissions Essay for Yale

Yale is one of the most selective universities in the country. Let's take a moment to review the important aspects of the admissions essay for Yale.

Writing in High School vs. College

Academic writing in high school vs. college differ in key aspects. Let's talk about how your writing must change

Essay Scoop: How to Write CalTech Essays

CalTech is a world-class STEM school. If this school does make your list, you'll want to know how to approach the CalTech essays properly.

How to Write “Why [insert college name here]” Essay?

Let's discuss how to write "why this college" is the right one for you.

Coordinated Dual-Degree Essays for University of Pennsylvania

Like other Ivy League colleges, University of Pennsylvania requires its undergraduate applicants to complete a university-specific essay.

How UC’s Calculate GPA

When it comes to calculating its "UC GPA" for its applicants, how do they do it? Let's investigate how the UC's calculate GPA.

How to Build a College List (Part 3: Reach Schools)

Reach schools are a dream-come-true for any college applicant. It's one of the hardest parts of college planning.

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