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Here's how to choose which colleges to visit.
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How Can I Decide on Which Colleges I Should Visit?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
College visits allow you to get a first-hand look at your shortlisted institutions. You get a feel of the community and environment, enabling you to narrow down your list of preferred colleges even further. Here’s how to choose which colleges to visit if you can’t visit them all: Ideally, you visit all of them. Ideally, …
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Is There Any Way To Guarantee That We Can Get A College Scholarship?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
When it comes to college scholarships, there are no 100% guarantees as schools take into consideration several factors before they make any decision. However, there is one thing you can do to boost your chances significantly—get good grades. It’s true—while colleges across the U.S. offer scholarships for accomplishments in areas that range from athletics and …
What are the pros and cons of online college?
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The Pros And Cons Of Online Colleges

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Have you been thinking about enrolling in an online college instead of applying to a traditional brick-and-mortar university? Every year, thousands of students toy with the idea of enrolling in online programs. They sound less stringent and also less competitive. But are they really as idyllic as they sound? Will joining an online college work …
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Misconceptions About The ACT And SAT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Few tests cause as much anxiety as the ACT and SAT. Unfortunately, far too many common misconceptions about these two tests result in students focusing on the wrong things and losing out on some terrific opportunities. Knowing the truth about the ACT and SAT tests is crucial to avoiding making mistakes that could cost you …
Here are three more myths about college admissions.
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3 MORE College Admission Myths

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are far too many college admissions myths doing the rounds. Unfortunately, they send many students in the wrong direction. Spending too much time doing things that do not matter means less time doing things that do matter. Below are some myths about college admissions that are just that and nothing more. Myth #1 – …

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