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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.

Do Honors Classes Boost Your GPA?

Learn how honors classes can elevate your GPA, impress colleges, and set you apart. Explore strategies for success without overwhelming yourself.

Important: Empowerly Portal Update!

As they say, time is money; don't waste either of yours. Want better results for all your hard work? Track your progress. Record your academic performance and standardized test scores in yourÂ Academic Profile section of the Digital Toolkit. By doing so, Empowerly's counselors, editors, and expert researchers can give you more customized feedback and recommendations!

COVID-19 Foils Admitted Student Days, Campus Visits

Here's our advice for how to not get stuck in a rut of disappointment. Handle the Corona-related campus visits' cancellations while remaining informed.

Empowerly’s Online Tools During the COVID-19 Pandemic

With COVID-19 growing in our communities, Empowerly wants to help you with our plethora of online learning tools.

Choosing a High School in the Bay Area

When choosing a high school to attend, it's important to select one where you can thrive. This article covers the basics of Bay Area high school selection.

Where to Find Unique and Lucrative Scholarships

Starting to think about where to find scholarships? When it comes to paying for college, scholarships and grants can be a big help.

Facing A College Rejection Letter

Check out this whole growth mindset business.Â We can face a college rejection letter together.

Why I Wish I’d Had College Counseling

Student Sarah P. offers up a cautionary tale of "going it alone," and encourages utilizing college counseling resources.

How To Get Into SUMaC Summer Program

Prestigious summer programs for high school students can boost a college application profile, and broaden student exposure to college-level academic topics. What's it like to attend competitive Stanford University Mathematics Camps, SUMaC, summer program?

What Makes A Summer Program Worth My Time?

You have so many choices of summer programs for high school students. Finding a worthwhile summer program can be difficult. Empowerly's gotcha covered.Â

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