Summer Scoop: STEM Summer Programs Part 1
Looking for summer programs for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math subjects? This is the first part in a series of some amazing STEM summer programs that we think you should check out. Below you’ll find a list of a few great pre-college programs that give students exposure to STEM, while bolstering admissions chances. All of […]
Summer Scoop: STEM Summer Programs Part 2
Looking for summer programs for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math subjects? This is the second part in a series of some amazing summer programs that we think you should check out. Below you’ll find a list of a few great pre-college programs. Each give students exposure to STEM, while bolstering admissions chances. All of these […]
How to Pick a College: Part 2 Choosing By Major
Think of academic study in college as an opportunity to refine a skillset. At Empowerly, we ask our student what problem they want to solve and which skills they’ll need to address it. Choosing a major is the first step and should always serve as part of an academic plan. Your college decision should be based on the overall tools and resources a university offers. Hopefully you have a tentative idea that can be easily explained.
How to Get a Small College Experience at a Big University
What’s this student to do? There are a number of ways you can get a small college experience at a big university.
Top Computer Science Programs for Women
Career opportunities for computer scientists are continuing to thrive. In fact, it’s predicted that employment will grow by 11% by 2024. This is faster than the average job growth across all industries. But despite this surge in opportunities, women are still highly underrepresented in the computer science industry.
The 5 Most Common SAT Prep Mistakes
To achieve that competitive score, you’ll want to set a test prep strategy and schedule that works. Empowerly is here to help!
Underclassmen Update: COSMOS, SUMaC, and SIMR
COSMOS, SUMaC, and SIMR are some of the top STEM summer programs in the country. This article will help you launch your best summer yet!
Summer Activities for Humanities Students that are Safe Right Now
Summer is here, and with it brings a wealth of opportunity to learn, try new things, and explore your interests in greater depth. It can feel a bit overwhelming at first, trying to decide how to spend one’s time over the summer; and without direction, one can easily find themselves developing a less than savory Animal Crossing or Fortnite addiction. We at Empowerly, as graduates of some of the top universities across the nation, have been there, done that—”and we are here to give you some inside knowledge as to how you can make your summer meaningful and fun.Â
