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Scholarships For International Relations / Affairs Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
A major in international relations is a detailed study of the interactions between different nations across the planet. In recent years international relations have expanded to outer space. Any probes sent out must also adhere to treaties created in consultation with international relations experts. This field has several challenges ahead and needs to adapt quickly …
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9 Things You Need to Check Out During a College Visit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 22, 2023
Whether you’ve already chosen your dream school or you’re still looking for a college that’s the perfect fit for you, there are some things you must check out during your next college visit. Here are some things you should put on your college visit checklist. 1. Classrooms One thing that definitely belongs on your college …
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How To Become A National Merit Scholar

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Being awarded a National Merit Scholarship is not for the academically squeamish. Only the top 1% of students who take the PSAT / NMSQT achieve a score high enough to qualify. That does not mean you should give up all hope however. With test preparation and a mindset for success, you can achieve a National …
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Should I Consolidate ALL Of My Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
By the time you graduate, you probably have taken multiple loans. This can make the monthly payments quite overwhelming as you have to keep track of different amounts to be paid back over different dates every single month. This is where the option to consolidate multiple student loans into one can come as a huge …
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Do Colleges Check Your Social Media?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 22, 2024
Are colleges truly interested in your social media presence? According to a 2020 Kaplan survey, 65% of admissions officers consider that viewing a prospective student’s social media pages is fair game. Public profiles can reveal a lot about a student, and while you can’t be certain whether colleges will check your social media, it is …
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How Your College Academic Advisor Can Help You

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many students do not take the time to stop by to see their academic advisor, even when they need advice on choosing coursework or they just need something as simple as homework help on an assignment. This is unfortunate, as academic advisors are there to help students! Your college academic advisor, much like your high …

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