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scholarship search & applications

Scholarship Tip: Get to Know the Sponsor

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Scholarships are a large part of the college search; students often choose colleges that offer them large amounts of scholarship money. Sometimes, scholarships amounts are large enough to fund a student’s entire tuition.  You are sure to have come across many tips and tricks for winning scholarships, but  students tend to overlook one of the …
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ACT & SAT

SAT Pro Tip: Watch Out for “Absolute” Language

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The SAT is definitely a test where it pays to focus your attention on language. Whether it’s the word choice, phrasing, structure, or vocabulary of the questions being asked, you should definitely pay attention. The Language of Absolutes Examples of absolute language include words such as ‘all, none, must, except, every, not, always, just, only, …
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college admissions

How to Get into Ivy League Schools

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
It is no easy feat to be accepted to the Ivy League and top-tier universities throughout the U.S. The Ivy League acceptance rates are very low compared to other schools. Just because it isn’t easy doesn’t mean it’s not possible! So, how to get into ivy league schools? Well, thousands of students get accepted into …
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financial aid

FAQ About Estimated Family Contribution (EFC)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
When you are filling out your FAFSA, there are some factors that help calculate your personal EFC. Every student’s EFC is different. There is no “magic number” that will guarantee whether you will receive aid or not, but your EFC is a huge contributing factor! Listed below are some frequently asked questions regarding the EFC, …
college tips for incoming freshmen
tips tools & advice

Preparing For College in 14 Key Steps

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 20, 2025
Key Takeaways: College prep over the summer helps students keep on top of responsibilities and learn new skills. Create a checklist to determine what you need to complete, when, before your first day of classes. Over the summer, stick to healthy habits, attend orientation, and create a budget to have a successful start to college. …
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scholarships

College Scholarships for Business and Commerce Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The fields of Business and Commerce are probably some of the most sought-after majors today. In addition to being versatile, these two fields also offer a lot of scope for employment. Salaries for new graduates are also among the highest compared to many other fields. Unfortunately, a lot of students often drop out mid-way due …
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scholarships

Scholarships For Students Interested in Nutrition and Dietetics

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
With people suffering from malnutrition on one end and obesity in the other, dietitians and nutritionists are in high demand. Are you are into creating customized diets? What about helping different people meet their individual nutritional needs? Then this may be an excellent career path for you. However, becoming a dietitian requires several years of …

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