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10 Brilliant Common App Essay Examples for 2026

Get started on your college application essay with these common app essay examples. Save time and get a great score. Schedule a consultation with Empowerly today!

10 Important Essay Editing Tips

Here are 10 valuable tips to incorporate into your editing process to perfect your drafts and submit essays you feel confident about.

How to Prepare for Your College Tour and Visit

In this guide, we're exploring all things college visits! We've gathered exciting tips and actionable information to prepare you for campus tours.

Summer Edge: Activities that Boost your College Apps

Discover key summer activities (from internships to passion projects) that actually impress universities. Don’t let summer slip away!

5 Tips for Receiving a Report Card — and Coming Out on Top

Got your report card? Learn 5 crucial tips to leverage your grades, boost your college applications, and handle report cards like a pro.

What Makes Empowerly Counselors Different

Ever wondered what exactly makes an Empowerly counselor different from other teachers? Let’s go behind the scenes, where the magic happens.

Boost Your 2025 SAT Admissions Prep — 10 Essential Tips

Ready for your 2025 digital SAT? Discover 10 expert strategies to prep smarter, raise your score, and achieve your college goals.

SAT and ACT Dates for 2025: Plan Your Exam

Don't miss the 2025 SAT & ACT registration deadlines! Get all official test dates and plan your college application strategy.

Early Action Schools: Apply Sooner, Get In Sooner

Explore Early Action colleges! Discover how non-binding EA can boost your chances and reduce stress without commitment.

Restrictive Early Action: Your Key to Top Colleges

Demystify Restrictive Early Action. Learn how REA differs from ED/EA, its benefits, and if it's the right application strategy for you.

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