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ACT & SAT

3 Mistakes To Avoid On The SAT Math Section

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
All students, whether they are good or bad in high school math, can make the same mistakes on the SAT math section. These are some of the common mistakes that all students tend to make and how you can avoid them. Mistake #1: Not Writing Out All Of The Steps Writing out all the steps …
Will it be this college or that college? Here's our advice on making your final college choice
college search

Advice On Making Your Final College Choice

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 9, 2023
Your hard work right through your high school years has paid off and you’ve received several acceptance letters. Congratulations! Now it’s time to make that huge decision that will influence your next few years. Here is some advice when choosing a college. Receiving multiple acceptance letters can be exciting. But, if you do not have …
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student loans

Are You Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
According to the National Student Loan Data System for Students, around 25% of the American workforce may be eligible for forgiveness programs. However many people lose out of the benefits of student loan forgiveness simply because they presume they are not eligible. Take the time to learn about how student loan forgiveness works and also …
Definitely don't let your parents apply to scholarships for you
scholarship search & applications

Can Parents Apply for Scholarships for Their Child? Here’s How You Can Help.

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 20, 2023
Parents should not apply for scholarships on behalf of their child. However, you can assist them in the process by: Helping them hone their time management skills. Brainstorming essay topics together. Proofreading their applications and essays. Helping students search for scholarships. Completing FAFSA While parents can technically apply for scholarships for their children, it’s recommended …
You can find a mentor through an internship.
student life

2 Great Ways To Find A Mentor in College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Finding a mentor can take a significant amount of time. After all, you want to make sure that you find the right person to mentor and guide you during your college years. There are several ways to find a mentor but two of the easiest are through internships and student organizations. Using Internships To Find …
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questions & answers

Do Employers Care About Your ACT/SAT Score?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Most employers do not even think about checking out standardized test scores when hiring candidates. This is especially if the applicant has had some amount of work experience under their belt already. However when hiring applicants who have recently graduated and who do not have a lot of work experience, employers do not have any …
ACT Workkeys is a unique assessment.
ACT & SAT

What is ACT WorkKeys?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
ACT WorkKeys is a unique skill assessment system. It measures various job-related foundational and soft skills, crucial to success in the workplace. Students and job-seekers, as well as experienced professionals, can use the ACT WorkKeys test to assess their own skills and get a better understanding of their strengths and weaknesses. They can then use …
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scholarship search & applications

The Pros and Cons of Contest Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Contest scholarships are unusual in that they are not based on a student’s GPA or their community service. Applicants are asked to submit one or more entry, such as a creative essay, art piece, short film, practical invention—the list is endless. Pros of Contest Scholarships Students can (sometimes) submit multiple entries, increasing their chances of …
Living on campus may make you homesick.
student loans

Can Student Loans Be Used For Living Expenses?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 2, 2023
The short answer is yes, you can use student loans for living expenses. Student loans aren’t meant to cover only tuition and textbooks. They are intended to make it easier for students to get the basic necessities so they can focus on their education instead of worrying about how they’re going to pay for college. …

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