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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Plains Region | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
America’s heartland is vast, fertile, and filled with various industries. Additionally, it’s home to a bunch of amazing colleges. While some colleges are certainly household names, some aren’t quite as well known – though they should be! We wanted to feature some of the best colleges in the Plains region, otherwise commonly known as the …
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Hidden Gem Colleges in New England | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
There are many well-known, household name colleges in New England. They are titans of higher education known the world over for their academics and reputation. However, there are just as many excellent colleges in the New England area that don’t receive as much attention as they deserve. That’s why we wanted to cast the spotlight …
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How To Prepare For A Coding Interview

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
The thought of going for a coding interview can be intimidating, especially if this is your first one. You’re not sure what to expect, which makes it even more difficult to know how to prepare for a coding interview. What should you focus on during your prep? Which are the best books to prepare for …
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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Mid-East US | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Also known as the Mid-Atlantic region, this section of the East Coast has a host of incredible colleges — both known and relatively unknown. However, these lesser-known schools can be real diamonds in the rough. They provide ideal opportunities just waiting for you to learn about all they have to offer. To qualify as a …
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Easy to Make Meals for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Now that you’ve been living on your own, you have probably come to a sad realization – feeding yourself is expensive! You may have wondered why you couldn’t talk your parents into going out to eat more often when you were younger; you probably didn’t realize it was in the name of frugality. Food is …
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Best LSAT Prep Books

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024
The Law School Admission Test, better known as the LSAT, is a standardized test that assesses whether an applicant is likely to do well in law school. This test, like many other standardized tests, is rigorous, and often described as challenging — perhaps one of the most challenging. But it is not impossible. Once people …

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