Covid19 Archives

7 Must-Do’s to Ace Virtual Interviews

Should you prepare differently? What’s the etiquette like? Where should you sit?
Keep reading to find out seven things you must know to ace your virtual first impressions.

How to Get to Know a College Campus from Afar

College tours canceled? Here are some tips to virtually scope out the campuses to finalize your college list from home.

How to DIY Self-Started Extracurriculars with Results

Empowerly provides expert advice to high school students applying to college. Our counselors play a huge role in working one-on-one with our students to help them through the application process. You may be wondering, “what’s so important about getting college admissions counseling?” or “how can a college counselor help me?”

We talked to Sheelah Bearfoot, one of our fantastic counselors, to get the scoop.

College Admissions Dropping Test Scores: Permanently?

College admissions boards across the nation are dropping standardized test scores as a requirement. Some campuses plan to drop them for good.

Are SAT Subject Tests Really That Important Anymore?

Standardized testing has been a hot topic on our blog this year as well as in the world of college admissions. SAT Subject Tests are no exception!

College Board drops SAT essay & SAT subject tests

The College Board announced that it would discontinue the optional essay test and subject tests. The reasons cited were to reduce the demands on students and adapt to the changing needs of students and colleges.