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UC Application Tips: How to Prepare for When the Portal Opens

UC application tips to stay ahead: Learn key steps, tasks, and timelines to prepare before the UC portal opens on August 1. Don’t wait!

The SAT and the ACT: Behind the Acronyms

Let's take a look at what history lies behind the acronyms.

What are the Best Engineering Colleges in the U.S.?

If you are debating which engineering college to go to, consider these tips to help you pick the best one for you.

25 Best Business Schools For Undergraduates (2025 Edition)

Looking to major in business for your undergraduate degree? Here are the top business schools for undergrads in the United States!

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Cornell University’s Essays

Cornell University demands a strong application to succeed. Here is Empowerly's guidance on how to answer the Cornell essays!Â

5 Regrets These Students Had from High School

No one wants to graduate with high school regrets. But sometimes, the insight we gain from forging our own path through life holds valuable wisdom.

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Vanderbilt University’s Essays

If you're applying to Vanderbilt University, you'll want to do a stellar job on the one additional prompt they ask you to answer. Here are our thoughts on the best approach to the Vanderbilt essay.

Trick or Treat: Conquer Scary Senioritis!

Don't get spooked. The Empowerly Senioritis Busters are here! Let's talk about all the ways you can overcome a temporary lapse in motivation during the final stretches.

Essay Scoop: Washington University St. Louis Essays

Washington University in St. Louis is an incredible school. Make sure your Washington University essays are stellar, and you're on the right track.

How To Include A Portfolio In Your College Application

Today, it's a growing trend amongst college applicants to not only include the standard information in college applications, but also a digital portfolio.

The Key to a Standout College Essay

College essays range from structured to creative. And they still expect you to write a truly standout college essay that answers everything?

When Are College Applications Due? College App Deadlines!

It's fall semester and all of a sudden, everyone around you is talking about college application deadlines... and you hear a lot of conflicting answers. It's totally okay to be confused! Don't let that confusion stop you from asking questions.Â

The B-Student’s Guide to College Acceptance

What if you're not the top-scorer in your class? Worried you won't stand a chance of being accepted to a quality school, because your peers seem to always out-score you?Â

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