What’s All the Hype About Co-Op Programs?

Co-Ops or Internships? Classroom experience or work experience? Tune in for our reasons why you should consider schools with co-op programs!
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!
4 Principles of Extracurriculars for College Success

Our expert counselor Alix C. gave a first-hand presentation on the four principles of extracurriculars for college success. Let’s discuss!
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!
Empowering Activities: Growing Community and Character through Leadership

In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Empowerly student Adarsh M. to learn about his journey. We talked about how this young entrepreneur uses his talents to grow community and character through leadership and more!
Why Part-Time Jobs Stand Out On College Apps

Do you have a part-time job in high school? And if you do, do you know how it will affect your college application process? Let’s discuss. Some teenagers must work to get by, while others choose to do so on their own. If you’re considering applying for a part-time job or already hold one: good […]
Do I Need a Record of My Volunteer Hours?

Do I need to provide a record of my volunteer hours to colleges? What if my hours weren’t logged anywhere?
How Volunteering Strengthens Your College Application

Discover how volunteering can make your college application stronger and how partnering with Empowerly can make you stand out from the crowd.