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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.

How to Prep for the SAT and ACT

You've registered for the ACT or the SAT—now what? Time to study, of course! Starting out can be daunting, but with some simple study tips, you'll be ready for test day. For each test, you need to know what the sections are, and how many questions to expect.

Managing It All

It's easy to feel exhausted by the college admissions process, but there are practical steps you can take to manage that stress.

5 Business Ideas for Teens to Start their Career as an Entrepreneur

If you're looking to pocket some extra cash and get valuable experience that lasts a lifetime, starting a business as a teen may be in the cards for you.

Empowerly’s Guide to Understanding the College List

Empowerly's Guide to Understanding the College List is chock full of insights Empowerly has gained over the years, broken down and distilled.

How to Write an Impactful College Admissions Essay

Empowering Activities: Blending Biotech and Business

In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Empowerly student Ria J. to learn about her journey. We talked about her current research, plans for the future and more!

How COVID Has Changed College Admissions

Practical Steps to Minimize Stress as You Begin Your College Prep Journey

Although avoiding stress is almost impossible, adjusting to how you manage that stress is completely within your control.Â

Top 5 Reasons High School Juniors Should Start Applying For College Scholarships

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