How to Stand Out in National Science & History Competitions
Here’s how to win national science and history competitions — and what real students did to get into top colleges like Princeton.
Empowerly’s Guide to Summer Programs
Explore top competitive high school summer programs and download Empowerly’s new guide to help your student build a standout summer strategy.
Empowerly AI Scholar Reaches for New Heights
Hear from one of our Empowerly students, B, in her own words about how the AI Scholar Program helped her expand and explore her curiosity through a unique extracurricular activity.
How to Write a Compelling Resume for College Applications + Examples
Learn about the benefits of writing a college application resume and top strategies for crafting the best one for your application.
Different Types of Student Portfolios for College
In this article, we’ll explore the essentials of creating student portfolios for college, including tips, types, and common mistakes.
Summer Edge: Activities that Boost your College Apps
Discover key summer activities (from internships to passion projects) that actually impress universities. Don’t let summer slip away!
An Inside Look at College Athletic Recruitment
Let’s explore college athletic recruitment, from scholarships to the recruitment timeline, and how to boost your odds of playing at a collegiate level.
Do Extracurriculars During Admissions Season Still Count?
It’s senior year. Do your extracurriculars during admissions season even count? Turns out, yes, and now is not the time to get caught slipping.
How to Build Leadership Experience in High School
Discover how to build meaningful high school leadership experiences that stand out on college applications—and reflect who you really are.
