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Do International Experiences Boost College Essays?

How to Handle College Rejection and Deferral

Early decision results from colleges and universities begin arriving in student inboxes as the year winds down. Whether it’s a rejection, deferral, or some other college admissions scenario, our counseling team has advice to help you recover and respond like a champion.

How to Build a Premed Friendly College Application in High School

How To Study More Effectively Using Mind Maps

How to Get into Yale University

If you wish to attend Yale University, here are some highlights and tips that can make your application stand out from the other applicants.

When Dual Enrollment Makes Sense

Selecting your classes for the next semester? Advanced courses outside of high school might be worth considering. Let’s discuss when dual enrollment makes sense.

How Do I Apply for College Financial Aid?

If you’re looking into financial aid for college, you're not alone: over 80% of U.S. college students receive aid to pay for their education.

Empowering Activities: Well-Rounded, Professional Team Player Builds International Community

In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Empowerly student Rhishay S. to learn about his education journey. We discussed collaborating on key decisions, how to be a strong leader, international sports, and more!

How to Get into Washington University in St. Louis (WashU)

If you wish to attend Washington University in St. Louis (WashU), here are some highlights and tips that can make your application stand out.

Stanford Group Puts College Fit Over Rankings: Here’s Why

Challenge Success, a nonprofit organization affiliated with the Stanford Graduate School of Education, writes to emphasize college fit over ranking. Here’s why.

How to Choose a College Admissions Counselor

Thinking of hiring a college admissions counseling service? Here is how you can choose the right college admissions counselor in your area.

Empowerly in the News

Empowerly has been credited often in the news during the first half of 2022. Here are the highlights of Empowerly’s newsworthy moments.

The Benefits Of Applying Early To Colleges

Applying for college at the right time is extremely important. Find out why you should apply to college early with these expert tips.

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