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Scholarships for undocumented students.
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Scholarships For Undocumented Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Undocumented students have access to relatively limited financial aid. They are not eligible for any type of federal student aid, which requires applicants to be US citizens or permanent residents. Only a few states allow undocumented students to benefit from lower in-state tuition rates or any type of state aid. But that doesn’t mean undocumented …
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Types of Graduate Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Graduate student loans are loans offered to students who have completed their undergraduate degree and are going to graduate school. The funds cover all the costs a grad student incurs in obtaining an advanced degree. This includes tuition, books, fees, room and board, school supplies, and personal expenses.   There are two types of graduate …
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Best SAT Prep Books: Your Guide to Success

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024
At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  When it comes to studying for the SAT, it is much like studying for anything else. We all have our strengths that we can feel confident in, weaknesses that we need to work on, and strategies that …
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How To Pay for College When Times Are Tough

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 1, 2023
College is expensive and the price of tuition increases every year. Most families across America find it difficult to cover the full cost of college from their savings. And this is even during normal times. When finances are tight, paying for college becomes even more stressful. With stiff competition for limited resources, families have to …
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A Day In the Life: What a Typical College Schedule Looks Like

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 14, 2024
If you didn’t love going to high school classes for seven hours a day, then have no fear. College schedules are quite different from high school. While the stakes might be higher, the typical college schedule is usually freer. Here’s what a college schedule looks like and a breakdown of the similarities and differences between …
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12 Hidden Costs of College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 9, 2023
Tuition, room, and board are not the only college expenses to consider when you start your education. There are also hidden college costs to account for as well. While tuition is often the biggest expense, smaller, hidden costs can add up and be almost just as much. It’s important to budget for these invisible college …
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What is 529 Day and Why Is It Important?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
May 29 is observed across the U.S. as 529 Day or 529 College Savings day. It was introduced to increase awareness of these plans and encourage families to start saving toward future education expenses. A 529 plan is a type of education savings plan. It is designed to help families save towards future education expenses. …

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