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How to Select the Perfect Major: Researching Majors for College

Learn how researching majors for college can shape your application — and discover how to find the right major for your goals and interests.

Empowerly’s Guide to Summer Programs

Explore top competitive high school summer programs and download Empowerly’s new guide to help your student build a standout summer strategy.

How to Stand Out in National Science & History Competitions

Here’s how to win national science and history competitions — and what real students did to get into top colleges like Princeton.

Do Extracurriculars During Admissions Season Still Count?

It’s senior year. Do your extracurriculars during admissions season even count? Turns out, yes, and now is not the time to get caught slipping.

When Parents and Kids Disagree on Schools or Majors

Sometimes, parents and kids disagree about college in major ways. Kids and parents alike have a vision of what college will be like for the graduate.

How to Use College Counseling to Your Advantage

You're probably asking yourself how to use college counseling in order to make the most of it.

ACT or SAT: Which Test Is Right for You?

The tests themselves have some important differences. So, it's up to you to weigh all the factors and decide which test is right for you.

Should You Retake the ACT or SAT?

If you're in that situation, it's worth considering whether you should retake the ACT or SAT to try to get a better score. Ask yourself these questions.

Should You Double Major in College?

Double majoring may seem like a good way to explore options. So if you're asking yourself, "Should I double major in college?" Let's review the options.

Top 5 Apps for College Admissions

College admissions involves juggling hundreds of details and tasks. Fortunately, there are apps for college admissions to help with all of the above!

Who You Should Ask for a Letter of Recommendation: A 5-Step Plan

A well-written letter of recommendation from the right person may tip the scales in your favor towards admittance, so consider who will write yours.

Should I Apply To BSMD Programs?

They go by many names. 8-year programs, direct med school, guaranteed medical school, etc. BS/MD programs allow high-achieving high school students committed to a career in medicine to lock down their track towards becoming a doctor. While few in number, many applicants latch onto these programs as an opportunity to streamline their way into medical school.

How Much Do Alumni Interviews Really Matter?

Someone who has some inscrutable amount of control over your future with that college. How much do alumni interviews really matter, after all?

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