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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 February 25, 2025
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 February 25, 2025
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 March 25, 2025
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 February 27, 2025
“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 March 24, 2025
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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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 …
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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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