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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.

What to Wear for Your College Admission Interview & Why It Matters

Different Types of Doctors: 2025 Full List with Salaries

With the countless medical specialties available, it can be difficult for high school and college students to choose which medical field suits their goals best.

How To Send Cold Emails To Land Internships

Want to work with a professor or get your hands-on experience in a research lab? You'll need to start emailing for research internships.

How to Write the UC Essays (2025-2026)

So, how do you make your UC essays stand out in the 2024-2025 cycle? We’re here to guide you through each prompt and help you craft winning essays.

College Interviews: Tips from Former Stanford Interviewer

Does the thought of college interviews make you sweat? No need for that. We asked a former Stanford alumni interviewer for some tips.

Do Honors Classes Boost Your GPA?

Learn how honors classes can elevate your GPA, impress colleges, and set you apart. Explore strategies for success without overwhelming yourself.

Top 49 STEM Summer Programs For High School Student

Explore the top 16 STEM programs for high school students this summer. Discover hands-on experiences, cutting-edge research, & boost your college applications!

What Grades Do Colleges Look At?

Wondering when colleges start looking at your grades? You can find Empowerly's advice on high school grades and preparing for college here.

Can You Use AI on College Applications?

Let’s break it down, and get to the bottom of this contentious debate: can you use AI on college applications?

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