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College Scholarship Application Checklists: Search, Prep, Submit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The whole scholarship application process can be nerve-wracking. After you’ve gone through hundreds of scholarships opportunities and made a note of all the scholarships you qualify for along with their requirements, it’s then time to put together and submit your applications. Making things even more complicated is the fact that each scholarship opportunity has its …
A tuition-reimbursement program can send your money flying back
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What Are College Tuition-Reimbursement Programs?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Tuition-reimbursement programs are a special type of repayment plan where employers offer to reimburse their employees’ education expenses. In most cases, employees who choose to participate will have to pay out of pocket for the courses they take. They then get back some or all of their tuition expenses, depending on their company policy. Why Do …
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scholarship search & applications

How Your Social Media Presence Impacts Your Scholarship

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Your online presence is a powerful thing indeed. Many students work hard at getting good grades, writing a powerful essay, and making sure they tick all the scholarship requirement boxes, but the one area they completely overlook is their online presence. Unfortunately, a dubious digital presence can put your scholarship at risk. At one time social …
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scholarship search & applications

Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Finding Great Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 24, 2024
You can find scholarships by using scholarship databases, meeting with your guidance counselor or college advisor, reviewing college-specific awards, and talking with your family and friends. With over 1.7 million scholarships and $46 billion dollars up for grabs, identifying awards you qualify for can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Here are …
You should network in high school and college
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How to Network in High School and College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 4, 2023
Networking isn’t just for business professionals. Learning how to network while in college and high school can help you practice your communication and relationship skills well before you enter the workforce. Networking involves collecting contacts for a professional exchange and can enhance your overall career development. Learning how to network as a student may feel …
Here are the do's and don'ts of scholarship applications
scholarship search & applications

Do’s and Don’ts: Scholarship Applications

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Nailing your scholarship application is the key to getting valuable free money towards your higher education. As with college applications, there are several do’s and don’ts that apply when applying for a scholarship. Adhering to these do’s and don’ts will help you submit a successful scholarship application: Scholarship Applications Do’s: Do dedicate a fair amount of …

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