Your Comprehensive College Visit Checklist

University tours try to razzle-dazzle you with alumni facts, trivia, fun facts about parts of the campus that have appeared in movies, etc. Prepare a list so you can stay present and get swept up in the excitement, but gather the info you set out to collect along the way.
How I Got Accepted to UCLA

Read the first-hand account from former Empowerly student, Casey M., how she found her home and path to success at the University of California, Los Angeles.Â
Top 20 Universities in the United States

We researched the Top 20 universities in the United States and the key differences between public and private schools.
Success at Top STEM Schools with a Berkeley Professor

Empowerly counselor Sarah P. hosted an informative webinar with Dr. Allan Yang from UC Berkeley, for students interested in top STEM schools.
California’s Best STEM Public High Schools 2021

From small class sizes and research programs, to community college dual enrollment opportunities, find the perfect STEM public high schools for your child!
Business Opportunities for High Schoolers

Want to learn about business in a “hands-on” way? The pandemic won’t stop you. Take advantage of business opportunities for high schoolers!
Humanities and Social Sciences in College

High school students, do you want to know more about humanities and social sciences in college? Let’s explore!
5 Ways STEM Majors Can Stand Out In College Admissions

Since childhood, you may have been passionate about STEM disciplines (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and planned to go into a STEM field in the future. If that’s the case, the bad news is that college admission rates to STEM majors at the best universities have become very competitive. Thanks to opportunities in STEM careers […]
Empowering Activities: Award-Winning Young Scientist Envisions Future in STEM

In this exclusive interview, we exchanged notes with Empowerly student Nithika K. to learn about her journey, discovering her passion for STEM research, and more!