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Best Ways to Plan Your Summer College Visits

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 12, 2024
With no school work to worry about and more free time on your hands, summer is a great time to plan your college visits. University staff have a lighter load during the summer so you may be able to get a more personalized campus tour. Having a good plan in place can help you make …
ACT & SAT

What Should You Do If You Get A Low ACT / SAT Score?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
High ACT/SAT scores can boost your chances of getting accepted into the university of your choice. Scoring well on these tests is even more important if you are applying to highly competitive institutions, where every single aspect of your application will be weighed, including your test scores. Also, you can qualify for more scholarships with …
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Scholarships for Dog Lovers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 28, 2023
A dog’s loyalty and love make the best companions. If you have a furry friend, you know the countless memories you have together. Dogs are not only our pets but also part of our families. For those who share their hearts or homes with canine companions, there are unique scholarships designed specifically for dog lovers. …
How to pick a college major this summer
college majors & minors

How To Select A College Major This Summer

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Selecting a college major is a huge decision. It’s right up there with choosing the right college. You will be spending the next four years in the program that you choose. It is important to spend as much time as possible exploring prospective majors so that you make the right decision. Although you can change …
How can grad PLUS loans help you afford grad school
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Things to Know About Grad PLUS Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You got into graduate school! That’s amazing, but that also means you have to pay for grad school. How do you do that? Grad PLUS Loans are federal student loans that students can take to cover the costs of grad school. Only students attending programs in a graduate or professional school are eligible to take …
Federal consolidation loans can be a huge relief to students with loans
student loans

9 Important Facts About Federal Consolidation Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Federal Direct Consolidation Loans are a type of loan that merges multiple federal student loans into a single loan. The single biggest advantage of federal consolidation loans is that you only have to make a single monthly payment as opposed to making multiple payments on different days of the month. It’s definitely more convenient and …
What exactly are direct consolidation loans
student loans

What Are Direct Consolidation Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Direct Consolidation Loans are one single loan that you end up with if you choose to combine multiple federal student loans. Advantages of Direct Consolidation Loans The main reason why students combine their federal student loans into a single Direct Consolidation Loan is convenience. Borrowers who refinance and consolidate their loans only have to keep track …

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