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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.

40 Incredible Research Opportunities for High School Students

This article explores the myriad of incredible research opportunities accessible to high school students this year. Let’s dive in.

Ivy League College Counselors: 10 Tips to Help You Find a Match

Discover 10 essential tips from Ivy League college counselors to help you find your perfect match. Learn how to navigate the admissions process, select the right college, and boost your chances of success.

75 Best Senior Project Ideas (2025 Edition)

Senior projects are meant to be long-term projects that allow high school students to step outside of what their high school classes teach.

Will an Ivy League University Transfer My AP Credits?

We visit all 8 Ivy League institutions and evaluate how AP credits transfer to allow you to take advanced courses sooner.

From Summer Program to High-Paying Career

Computer Science Internships give you practical skills and hands-on experience working with a programmer or similar mentor.

Best Computer Science Internships & Programs This Summer

Computer Science Internships give you practical skills and hands-on experience working with a programmer or similar mentor.

5 Reasons Why High School Summer Programs Matter in 2025

Read on for the 5 reasons why summer programs for high school students matter so much in 2024 that you should consider enrolling this year.

Tips to Land Your Dream Summer Medical Internship

Medical internships are the most competitive opportunities because they also come with the most advantages.

Best Summer Coding Classes for High Schoolers

Are you looking for the best coding bootcamps this summer? Here are some great options presented in random order.

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