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An Awesome Grocery List for College Students on a Budget

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

Did you know the average cost of food for a month as a college student is $667? For a lot of college students that is how much their rent is! When you’re intentional about your college student budget for groceries, you can get that number much lower. Lucky for you, we have the perfect basic …

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“Should I Graduate College Early?”: The Pros and Cons

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 17, 2023

If you are eager to enter the work world and asking yourself: “should I graduate college early?” make sure you consider these pros and cons. Graduating college early can be very tempting, especially if you’re feeling burnt out or just want to be done with school. We get it, you’ve been in school for the …

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Understanding Enrollment Deposits (What To Know Before You Pay)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 9, 2023

Your college acceptance letter should contain detailed information about your financial aid package as well as the costs you’re expected to cover. One of the items you’ll find included in the list of costs is an enrollment deposit. You’ll also see that this money must be paid much before all other fees. So, what is …

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Why Is Financial Literacy Important for College Students?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 24, 2023

In the shuffle of sending college applications, writing scholarship essays, and applying for student loans, the one thing that goes overlooked is the importance of financial literacy. This is a huge mistake that can have far-reaching consequences. Financial literacy is the most important thing a student can learn to ensure their financial stability over the …

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Q&A with $2500 Scholarship Winner Jake Golden

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 15, 2023

Congratulations are in order for College Raptor’s most recent $2,500 scholarship winner Jake Golden! His essay made me curious about Jake’s college journey. Luckily, he was kind enough to answer a few more questions. Here’s what he had to say! CR: Tell us a little bit about yourself. Jake: My name is Jake, and I’m …

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How to Manage Your Checking Account: 6 Easy Tips

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 7, 2023

Opening a checking account offers several benefits but only if used responsibly. It’s important that you keep track of and understand how to manage your checking account. We have some important checking account tips to make sure your money is safe and to help keep you in the green. What is a checking account?  A …

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Top 5 Financial Literacy Tools For College Students

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 7, 2023

Knowing how to manage your money in college is one of the most important skills you can have. You have to master the art of stretching your limited spending money while also saving to pay back your student loans. This is where a financial literacy tool can help.  Financial literacy tools for college students aim …

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The “Why [this] major” Essay Guide

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 5, 2023

When you’re applying for college, a lot of schools will use the Common App or Common Application essay prompts. It may seem nerve-wracking to have to write on one of these common supplemental essay prompts, especially when it asks about which major you want to choose. We’ve come up with essay guides on the “Why …

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Your Guide to National Student Employment Week

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 7, 2023

The National Student Employment Week takes place on April 9-15, 2023, always falling on the second full week of April every year. College Raptor is here to show student staff members just how impactful they can be on their college campus and that their outstanding work is appreciated throughout the academic year. Student employees are …