What Does Open Admission Mean & Best Open Colleges For 2025

In this article, we’ll take a deeper dive into what, exactly open admission is (and isn’t).
How to Get into The University of Southern California (USC)

If you are interested in applying to USC, here are a few tips you should follow to improve your chances of getting accepted.
Back-to-School Advice: How Many AP Classes Are Enough?

One of the most common topics students ask about is their AP course load. For many students, AP classes are a badge of honor. “How many AP’s are you taking? Which ones? What scores did you get” Questions like these abound before every school year, and after it ends for summer. Similar pressure to achieve surrounds IB and Honors courses. This leaves students and parents to wonder, how many AP classes are enough to be accepted to a good college? For some, the question is: will it ever be enough?
HBCUs in Georgia

Georgia is the home of ten historically Black college and universities, eight of which offer undergraduate degrees in various disciplines.
Are Honors Programs in College Worth It?

A lot of applications ask top students whether they wish to apply for an honors program. Are honors programs in college worth it these days?
Good Safety Schools to Add to Your List

Students are quick to focus on their top choices, but what if they don’t get accepted to their dream colleges? Empowerly can help!
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!
How to Get into Johns Hopkins University

Find out how you can increase your chances of getting accepted to Johns Hopkins University using these tips from The Empowerly Team.
Finding your fit: A guide for choosing between the University of Kansas and Kansas State University

Whether you’re a Kansas native or dreaming from afar, this guide will help you navigate the differences between these two iconic Kansas institutions.