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What To Do After Receiving The SAR

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Your SAR, or Student Aid Report, is compiled based on the information you provided on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA form. If you included your email address while filling the form, you will receive your SAR by email a few days after your application is processed. If you did not include …
Don't stress about the college application season with this one tip
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You Can Survive The Stressful College Application Season With This One Tip

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There’s no denying that college application season is stressful, and for some students it can become completely overwhelming. You have to work on that all-important essay and your writing skills, study for the standardized tests in different ways, get in some extracurricular activities, and do all the prep work for getting recommendation letters. While there’s …
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What is a “Good” Student Loan Interest Rate?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 30, 2023
Every advice article lists ‘interest rate’ as the most important factor to consider when choosing student loans. But the big question remains – “What is a good interest rate on student loans?” And how do you compare the rates that different lenders offer? The truth is there is no simple answer. There are several factors …
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How To Have A Successful College Visit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
A college visit is an essential part of the college search process. They help you get a closer look at the colleges on your shortlist and get a feel of the place. This makes it easier for you to solidify your choice of institution before committing the next four years of your life and thousands of …
What is a student loan APR and why should you know about it?
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What is APR for Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 12, 2023
There are several factors you need to consider to find the best student loan option for you. The three top things to look at are the loan type, interest rate of the loan, and the APR. Regarding loan type, there are two to choose from – federal and private student loans. When it comes to …
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When Do I Need to Pay Back My Federal Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
What exactly is a ‘good income”? If you have a student loan that you are still paying off, a good income is one that allows you to make your loan payments comfortably every month while still leaving a substantial amount to cover all your necessities as well as some luxuries. While you have earned the right …

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