We're Empower-ED, a free high school admissions support program—for students, by students.

Founded by students at Stuyvesant High School, Empower-ED is an up-and-coming initiative to support middle school students navigate the high school admissions process… for no cost.

About Us

Our Mission

The Empower-ED Mission

At Empower-ED,

We strive to make NYC high school admissions more accessible by providing free, student-led support that empowers communities and closes the opportunity gap.

The NYC admissions process can be overwhelming, from competitive exams, various pathways, and confusing systems. As students who have successfully navigated the system ourselves, we’re here to help your child do the same.

Services

Our Services

Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.
Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.
Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.
Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.

Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.
Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.
Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.
Admissions Guidance
Monthly seminars and one-on-one personalized support through the admissions process.
Support
Peer mentorship from students who have been through the process to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Academic Tutoring
Free SHSAT tutoring and other admission tests, supplemented with study resources and homeworks.
Events + Resources
Monthly newsletters packed with helpful resources, ongoing fundraising for textbooks and study aids, as well as student panels and guest speaker events.

FAQ

Answers to your most common questions

Who can receive support from Empower-ED?

Is there a cost to participate?

Who are the tutors and workshop mentors?

How often do tutoring, seminars, and workshops take place?

Can students get help with essay writing or interviews?

Can I refer a friend or school to NYC Empower-ED?

Who can receive support from Empower-ED?

Is there a cost to participate?

Who are the tutors and workshop mentors?

How often do tutoring, seminars, and workshops take place?

Can students get help with essay writing or interviews?

Can I refer a friend or school to NYC Empower-ED?

The Empower-ED Mission

At Empower-ED,

At Empower-ED,

At Empower-ED,

Our Services

Answers to your most common questions

Get in touch with our team!