Uncommon STEM Tracks You Should Consider

Students interested in STEM subjects have a wide range of careers options in front of them; STEM jobs are largely in demand and have high base salaries. Here are some tracks you may want to consider if you’re interested in a STEM-related career!
The 5 Most Common Myths About Choosing Your Major

It can be a very stressful decision. In this article, we’ll review five of the most common myths about choosing your major for college.
The Pros and Cons to Declaring a Major on Your Application

What does this mean for you? To provide clarity, we’ll review the pros and cons to declaring a major on your college application.
Which College Major Will Increase Admission Chances?

Which major should I choose to increase my chances of admission? Will college major chances differ between students?
I’d like to major in bioengineering at this college. Can you tell me what the admission rates are compared to other programs? I may apply to another if my chances decline in choosing this program.
Summer Activities For Every High School Student

early planning will ensure that your break is filled with a variety of valuable and worthwhile summer activities.
5 Facts All College Counselors Want You To Know

Facts that all college counselors want you to know, whether you’re just beginning your search or ready to invest in your mentorship now.
Should I Apply for Financial Aid?

Universities use internal policy, FAFSA, and CSS profile to determine both the type and amount of aid. Should I apply for financial aid?
How to Answer the 2019-20 Common App Essay (Part I)

This year, the Common App announced that the 2019-2020 essay prompts will remain the same as the 2018-2019 essay prompts. This is immensely helpful for the team at Empowerly, as we are very familiar with the questions and it also means that students have more time to prepare their responses.Â
International Enrollments In US Colleges Declining

Across the board, international enrollments in US colleges are declining; in this article, we’ll dig deeper into this trend.