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scholarships

Good Deed Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many organizations are keen to inspire in students a sense of giving without expecting anything in return. Towards this end, they have instituted several generous scholarships to support students who demonstrate a strong commitment to working towards the welfare of others within and outside of their own communities. Several hours spent volunteering and helping others …
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scholarships

Scholarships For Skaters

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you are passionate about skating, whether as a hobby or as a competitive sport, you will find several organizations willing to offer you financial support to help you meet your higher education goals. In the list below, you will find scholarships for a wide variety of skating sports. Additionally, the time you spend browsing …
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college admissions

A Basic Guide to the MCAT Sections

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The MCAT or the Medical College Admissions Test is a standardized test that is used as a part of the admissions process for medical schools. There are four MCAT sections: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, and Critical Analysis and the test is 7.5 hours long. It is administered several times a year all over the United States. …
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student loans

How To Avoid Borrowing More Than You Need In Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Today it is almost impossible for any student to graduate from college without borrowing some money. Don’t let that deter you from getting a college education though! Student loans are considered ‘good loans’. Think of them as an investment that will reap rich rewards in terms of better employability and higher earning potential. Yes, taking …
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affordability & college cost

Cut College Costs: Graduate On Time

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You will most likely be borrowing money every year that you are in college to fund your tuition and other college costs. By the time you graduate after 4 years, the total amount you’ve borrowed would have added up considerably. Delaying your graduation even by one semester will add a few thousand dollars more to …
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questions & answers

Are Uncertified Student Loans Bad? 

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many students going to college end up taking out some kind of student loan. Even more so, many end up taking out private student loans. There are pros and cons to taking any type of private student loans, and uncertified student loans are no different. Before you apply for an uncertified student loan, it is …
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student life

College Packing List Overview

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve received your college acceptance letter and the countdown to your first semester has begun. The only left to do is to pack your suitcases. Packing up to go off to college can be daunting. There are so many things you want to take along with you but you have to be careful not to …

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