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Find some volunteer work that interests you this summer!
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2 Ways to Find Volunteer Work That Suits You This Summer

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Did you know that volunteering can be a great way to boost your college application? It helps you develop crucial transferable skills, from communication and interpersonal skills to team working and leadership skills. You will also hone your time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. All of these skills can add serious weight to your …
Try talking with your high school counselor about scholarships
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An Underutilized Scholarship Resource: Your High School Counselor

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve scoured the internet, local newspapers and community notice boards in your search for scholarships, but have you thought of getting help from your high school counselor? High school counselors have vast experience with helping students in a variety of ways, from offering advice on how to be better prepared for the upcoming exams to …
There are pros and cons of refinancing your student loans
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Pros and Cons: Refinancing Your Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 13, 2024
Refinancing your student loans involves replacing your existing loans with a new private loan. It can be a way to better manage your payments and even result in major savings. However, there are downsides to refinancing. Below, we’ve covered the basics plus give you some insight into the pros and cons of refinancing your student …
Here are some frequently asked questions about federal student loans
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FAQs About Federal Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 29, 2023
Getting started with federal student loans? You likely have a bunch of questions. So we’ve gathered some of the most common questions people have about these loans and answered them for you! 1. What are federal student loans and how do they work? Federal student loans are loans that are offered by the government to …
Learn all about private loan repayment options
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All About Private Loan Repayment Options

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The type of student loan repayment plan you choose is almost as important as the loan itself. A repayment plan dictates the terms of paying back your loan. That also includes when you start making payments and how much those payments are. Your repayment plan can influence your ability to make repayments as well. Assuming …
You may be wondering, "should I consolidate my student loans?"
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Should I Consolidate My Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Consolidating private and federal student loans involves combining multiple loans into one. The consolidation is generally done through a new lender and the resultant loan is considered as a completely new loan with a different interest rate and different payment policy. You may be wondering, “should I consolidate my student loans?” Student loan consolidation is …
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Should I Get A Summer Job Or Internship?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
“Should I get a summer job or internship?” is an interesting question that high-schoolers are faced with. Both offer amazing benefits but they each have their downsides too. Whether a summer job or an internship is the right choice for you depends on what you are looking to get out of the experience. A snapshot …
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FAQS About Private Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are a lot of questions that come with student loans, and we aim to answer quite a few of them! What are private student loans? Private student loans are loans offered by banks and other private lending institutions to college students to help cover all or part of their college education costs. How are …

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