Student Council and Student Government 101

Do you hold a leadership position in student government at your school? Let’s review the basics, and what colleges want to know!
10 Brilliant Common App Essay Examples for 2026

Get started on your college application essay with these common app essay examples. Save time and get a great score. Schedule a consultation with Empowerly today!
2026 Brown Acceptance Rate: Class of 2029

Brown’s Class of 2029 acceptance rate is around 5%. We’ll review recent trends, the admitted student profile, and how to build a standout Brown app.
10 Examples of Unique and Successful College Essays

Many students spend a lot of time debating the topic of their essay for college applications. While that matters, it doesn’t matter as much as how you answer the question put before you. For students struggling to write their college essays, reading examples of unique and successful college essays can get you started.
2026 Penn State Acceptance Rate: Class of 2029

What does the Penn State acceptance rate really mean? Learn campus and major differences, the 2+2 plan, and how to strengthen your app.
Easiest & Hardest Ivy League Schools To Get Into? (2026)

Ivy League schools seek students who exhibit intellectual curiosity, leadership skills, and a passion for making a difference.
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?
Carnegie Mellon Acceptance Rate: How Hard Is It to Get In?

What is driving Carnegie Mellon’s shrinking acceptance rate — and more importantly, what does this mean for today’s high school students?
UT Austin Acceptance Rate 2026: SAT, GPA & Admissions Tips

UT Austin’s applications hit a record for 2025. See how auto-admit, SAT/ACT scores, and major choice affect your Class of 2029 odds.