Allison Wignall

Allison is the Editor & Content Manager of College Raptor. In addition to writing and editing posts, she also works on marketing and special projects. She graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in English: Creative Writing.
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In a Shifting Education Landscape, College Raptor Modernizes its 2021 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
8/26/2020 In its sixth annual rankings, find out which schools made the top U.S. and regional rankings and which received honors in various categories — such as Best Test-Optional and Best Public Health Colleges. College Raptor Releases 2021 Rankings The pandemic has created chaos around the 2020-21 school year. Students are looking for more help …
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College Raptor Scholarship Winner Announcement!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
June 10, 2020 College Raptor’s Scholarship Winner Announcement! Iowa City, IA — College Raptor has announced the recipients of the latest scholarship awards. Katelyn Vandergoot, the $2,500 winner, will be attending the University of Toledo. And Courteney Wilkinson, the $1,000 winner, plans to transfer to a college with a great Public Health program. In her …
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Scholarship Q&A With $2,500 Winner Josie Tarrell!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
A big congratulations are in order for Josie Tarrell—winner of the $2,500 College Raptor Scholarship! I had the fortune of chatting with Josie about her future college plans, her current search, and her past struggles. Learn what she has to say in her scholarship Q&A! Tell us a little about yourself to start off this …
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Coronavirus and Colleges: What You Need to Know

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
The rise of COVID-19, also commonly referred to as the coronavirus, has affected everyone’s life in some way or another. Shops are closing, travel is restricted, and it’s difficult to find hand sanitizer anywhere. Coronavirus has also had a major impact on higher education. Here’s what would need to know about coronavirus and colleges. Colleges …
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Top 10 Colleges With The Largest Endowments (2020)

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
    Endowments often form the biggest source of financial aid for most colleges and universities in America. Colleges use part of this endowment money on various expenses, mostly on long term plans to improve the campus facilities. An almost equal part of their endowment money is reserved to fund financial aid programs and student …
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Q&A With $1,000 College Raptor Scholarship Recipient Reina Sausedo!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Congratulations to the College Raptor Scholarship recipient, Reina Sausedo! Her compelling essay earned her $1,000 towards her higher education. I got the chance to chat with Reina about her experience in searching for colleges and preparing for the next step in her education. Here’s what she had to say! Tell us a little about yourself!  …

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