majors & industries

6 Potential Career Paths for Business Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 1, 2023

Business is a common popular undergraduate major. A lot of different majors and interest areas fall under the umbrella of business, allowing for a diverse group of students to study it. Business doesn’t only mean contracts and negotiations—it means working together with others toward a common goal. Here are some jobs that business majors can …

careers & internships

Why You Should Consider Doing At Least One Internship

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most advice articles regarding college preparation strongly recommend doing at least one internship during the summer break before you go off to college. You may resist the idea at first—it seems a shame to have to spend the last summer before college working. Here’s why you should heed the advice and do that internship instead. …

college admissions

Your Summer-Before-College Prep Checklist

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

After weeks of waiting, you’ve received your college acceptance letter, decided where you are going to attend, and finally have a clear picture of where you are going to be studying. Now begins the next phase of preparing for a brand new journey as an independent college student. Summer is a great time to prepare …

student loans

What is a Student Loan Grace Period?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 15, 2024

A student loan grace period is a set period of time before you must start repayments on your student loans. This grace period begins after you graduate, drop below half-time enrollment, or leave school and the time-frame can vary depending on the type of loan and the lender. Although you don’t have to make payments …

majors & industries

Potential Career Paths for History Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 5, 2024

History is a diverse and exciting major that explores topics ranging from art and architecture to politics through the ages. Potential careers for history majors are just as diverse and exciting. Museums, libraries, schools, publications, and even federal and state governments hire people with a history degree. History is an exciting major that explores a …

tips tools & advice

How to Create An Effective Study Plan

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

It always pays to take time to create an effective study plan. It will help you ace the exams without letting the stress get to you. Try some of these tips to help create, and stick to, an effective study plan. Start Early Waiting till the last minute to start studying is the biggest mistake …

college majors & minors

Pros and Cons of Switching Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 28, 2023

When starting college, it can be overwhelming to pick a major because there are so many to choose from. It’s actually typical for students to start as an open or undecided major because there are so many options and they aren’t sure what is best for them and their future career. But for the most …

majors & industries

Why STEM Education is an Investment in Students’ Futures

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 4, 2025

Key Takeaways:  STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Receiving a STEM education results in high-paying careers and job stability, given the projected growth and numerous job openings in these fields, and it also develops a wide range of soft and hard skills that can be used in various industries. When educators …

careers & internships

Understanding The Value Of Internships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

A summer internship is a short-term job opportunity that allows you to obtain introductory hands-on experience in a particular career field.  When looking for information on what a certain professional entails or which career would be the best fit for you, you will often be advised to do an internship so you can make a …