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How Strategy Today Affects Your Scholarship Chances Tomorrow

Getting in is only half the battle. Getting your college degree paid for is the real win. Learn how to turn strong applications into scholarship gains.

Counselor Spotlight: Holistic Student Support in Action

Meet the Empowerly team in a whole new way. Join us for our counselor interview series to highlight the personal side of our experts!

1440 SAT Score: Is It Good? And What Colleges Accept It?

In this guide, Empowerly will break down what a 1440 SAT score means and what kinds of opportunities it can unlock for college admissions.

1470 SAT Score: Is It Good? And What Colleges Accept It?

Got a 1470 SAT score? Find out what 1470 means for your college admissions prospects and which colleges are within your reach.

How Much Does Senior Year Actually Matter For College Admissions?

It's never too early, or late, to start preparing for college. Find out how much senior year grades matter for college admission!

How to Get into Ivy League Schools

If you are interested in applying to Ivy League schools, here are a few tips you should follow to improve your chances of getting accepted.

Complete List of Extracurricular Activities for College Application

Your extracurricular activities must demonstrate achievement through nominations for leadership roles, awards, prizes, and other recognition.

20 Awesome Internships for High School Students

Seeking the most awesome internships for high school students or other summer high school internships? Check out these top 20 internship opportunities for high school students.

10 Major College Interview Questions to Prepare For

Are you headed to a college interview? If so, check out our list of common college interview questions. We can help you prepare for your upcoming meeting!

Forming an NGO for High School Students

To help you and fellow high school students out, we pulled together the best resources and a recommended “order of operations” for forming an NGO as a teen.

How To Get Into Stanford

If you are interested in applying to Stanford University, here are a few tips you should follow to improve your chances of getting accepted.

Seasonal and Holiday Reflections for Students

Suggestions for seasonal and holiday reflections for students as they move through high school.

How to Edit Your Own Writing Successfully

Whether it’s a research paper for class or a personal statement for your college applications, we have tips on how to edit your own writing successfully. Become better editors!

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