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Parent Financial Aid Timeline: Get Ahead Before FAFSA Opens

Get a head start on college financial aid. This timeline for parents will help you prepare for FAFSA and maximize your student’s returns.

Before You Submit: 7 Last-Minute Essay Mistakes to Catch

Catch last-minute essay mistakes to strengthen your college application. In this article, we’ll show you how to fix 7 sneaky errors before you submit.

Top Mistakes to Avoid in Your College Applications

Don't let common missteps derail your college dreams. This article reveals the top mistakes to avoid when applying to college.

FAFSA vs. CSS Profile: What’s the Difference?

Confused by college financial aid? Learn the key differences between FAFSA and CSS Profile to maximize your grants, scholarships, and loans.

Finding Your Balance in High School

Starting high school as a 9th or 10th grader? Focus on finding your balance to achieve success. Let's talk about what that means.

College Recommendation Letters: Expert Advice For Students

College recommendation letters are essential to a college application - so follow these expert tips to help you stand out among the crowd.

Unusual STEAM Pathways: Sneaker Design

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) is a growing discipline. A great example of such interdisciplinary work is the industry of sneaker design.

How To Get Into The University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame has a lower acceptance rate than most other schools, but there are ways to maximize your chances of getting in.

Your College Application: How To Stay Motivated

If you struggle to stay motivated during the college application process, here are expert tips to help you stay on track.

Empowerly Test Prep Enhances Stellar Student Experience

We now offer a proven, evidence-backed test prep program to conquer your fears and prepare you to perform your best on test day.

How To Get Into The University of Chicago (UChicago)

The University of Chicago may be difficult to get into, but there are steps you can take to stand out from other applicants and be accepted.

Determining Which College Acceptance to Accept

You were accepted into multiple colleges! Congrats! …but which do you choose? Ask yourself the following questions related to location, cost, and program for each of your potential universities to determine which of your college offers you should accept.

How To Get Into Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University is one of America's finest and highly regarded universities. To increase your chances of acceptance, read these tips.

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