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scholarships

Scholarships for Native American Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 26, 2024
There are several scholarships available for Native American Students The award amounts vary and so do the eligibility requirements In most cases, students need to submit documentation supporting their Native American heritage Native American students have historically had lower enrollment numbers in colleges and universities across the country. According to The Postsecondary National Policy Institute, …
How do you eliminate student debt as a parent?
financial aid

8 Ways Parents Can Help Reduce Student Debt

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 12, 2024
The total student loan debt in the United States reached a record high during the first portion of 2023. According to credit bureau data, student loan borrowers had a remaining loan balance of $38,787 on average. 10% of borrowers owed more than $80,000 in federal loans alone. This can be a stressful prospect for future …
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student life

10 of the Best College Marching Bands

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 11, 2023
Marching band halftime shows are a staple of American football and a highlight of Game Day for many fans. When halftime rolls around, football players hit the locker rooms while the band takes the field – it’s their time to entertain and shine. It’s the flashy uniforms, the articulate steps, and amazing choreography that gets …
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tips tools & advice

21 School Supplies Every Student Needs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 22, 2024
With back to school around the corner, you’ll want to make sure you are stocked up on all the supplies you’ll need for peak academic performance! At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Your Full List of School Supplies 1. Pencils / Mechanical …
What's the difference between a public vs private college?
college search

Public vs Private Colleges: What Is the Difference?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are several differences between public and private colleges, from the way they are run and the cost of tuition to the programs they offer and the campus experience. When weighing public vs private college, there is no clear winner in all respects. Both types of schools have their respective benefits and downsides. Which one …
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college majors & minors

What is a College Minor?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 16, 2024
Key Takeaways: A college minor is a secondary academic discipline that may complement a student’s major, but it does not have to. Undergraduates must complete between 16 and 30 credit hours depending on the program (or approximately 6 – 10 courses) to earn a minor. Students are not required to declare a minor to earn a …

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