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Have a Bad Professor? Tips to Get You Through the Semester

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Throughout college, you won’t always have the best professors each semester and in every class. If you’re stuck with a bad professor, or specifically a mean professor, it can cause a lot of stress. What qualifies someone as a bad professor though? Well, it can be different for each student and each professor. Their teaching …
questions & answers

Preparing for Loan Forgiveness You May Not Actually See

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Is President Biden’s promised student loan forgiveness coming through or not? Is it on hold temporarily or permanently? What happened? Those are just some of the many questions on all student loan borrowers’ minds.  If you are one of the many students eligible for student loan debt forgiveness, here’s what you need to know.  President …
how to improve your grades
college applications, questions & answers

How to Calculate Cumulative GPA

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 13, 2024
 Cumulative GPA is the average of all the grades you’ve earned throughout high school and college. Cumulative GPA is different from weighted or unweighted GPA. Colleges use your cumulative GPA to measure your eligibility for various academic opportunities such as graduation, scholarships, and honors programs. During high school and college you’re sure to have heard …
The Secrets of Top Students schoolwork book (2)
student life

How to Catch up on School Work: Easy Steps to Catch You up!

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
All college students have been there. It’s most likely close to midterms and you feel like you’re drowning in homework, assignments, projects, and papers. Whether it’s your freshman or senior year, this happens to everyone. Catching up on your schoolwork can feel impossible, but we assure you it’s not! The first step is to recognize …
student life

Black Friday deals for Students (And Cyber Monday!)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024
As the holidays are approaching, one of our favorite yearly events is happening – Black Friday Sales and Cyber Monday! If you’re new to Black Friday or Cyber Monday, on Thanksgiving weekend stores have great sales, so you can shop for your holiday gifts and home essentials at lower prices. At no extra cost to …
scholarship search & applications

10 Tips to Make the Most of National Scholarship Month

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 23, 2024
National Scholarship Month is sponsored by the NSPA to raise awareness about scholarships. The goal is to educate future college students on scholarships and encourage them to look for free money* to cover their college education. November is National Scholarship Month, making this the perfect time to ramp up your knowledge about scholarships. But what …
questions & answers

Ultimate Graduation Checklist For Parents

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
High school graduation marks a major milestone in your child’s life. It’s their first step into adulthood. From here on, they’ll have to learn to deal with life’s many challenges and make important decisions on their own. They’ll also have to earn a living and learn how to manage their finances on their own. Making …

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