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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.

Early Decision vs. Early Action

From regular decision to early decision vs. early action, there is a lot to learn. Below are the most common types of decisions and what they mean.

Does Senior Year GPA Matter?

Colleges will often post a GPA "minimum" that each student must have. So, does senior year GPA matter?

Junior Journey: How to Improve Test Taking Skills

Do you wish you were able to get a top score on every test? Some people can easily do well on standardized tests while others really struggle. If you do poorly on tests, there are strategies that can help.

5 Ways to Ace Any College Interview

Here are a few tips from Empowerly on how to become an impressive interviewee during a college interview:Â

Guides: Carnegie Mellon University

Known universally for its renowned computer science program, Carnegie Mellon University has long been a school on any STEM student's radar.

SAT Subject Tests

it has become more and more logical for most applicants to take at least two SAT subject tests before finalizing their applications.

Junior Journey: How to Find Out What You Should Study

Today, we'll help you with a confusing process. We're going to talk about how to find out what you should study in college.

Why Take SAT II Tests?

When you prepare for college, you take the ACT or SAT test. If you like taking tests, then adding more tests, like AP or IB exams, to your college prep schedule seems like an exciting challenge.

How My Essays Got Me Into Stanford

How do they choose the 1,600 unique, talented, personable, well-rounded freshmen? In my case, my essays got me into Stanford.

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