majors & industries

Best Design Your Own Major Programs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Not sure what you want to major in? Or perhaps several majors sound good to you? Or maybe your desired career needs a little bit of column A and a little bit of column B when it comes to your education? No matter which category you fall into, you have options! One choice is to …

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10 Perfect Jobs for People Persons

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Are people drawn to you? Do new people open up and love to talk with you about everything and anything? If so, you might be a people person! A people person is someone who naturally connects with others even if they’ve just met them. Being a people person can be super rewarding, especially in the …

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Top Careers in Photography

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you love art, photography may be right up your alley. This is a very versatile field to find yourself in – after all, you can take photos of just about anything! From weddings to wildlife, there will be something that sparks your interest and creativity. But what do you need to become a photographer …

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Looking for a Side Hustle While You’re Still in College? Consider These Online Tutoring Jobs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s no secret that college students are often low on cash. Many take up jobs on campus doing work-study, at their local supermarket, or the coffee shop. But there’s one position that can have a lot of flexibility and bring you some extra dollars, all without leaving the comfort of your dorm room. Online tutoring …

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10 High Paying Trade Jobs (No Degree Needed)!

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 12, 2024

While college is a recommended for several careers, not every job requires a degree. Many companies hire individuals straight out of high school or trade school for certain jobs. And many of these trade jobs pay well, too! Before we list the top 10 high paying trade jobs, it helps to understand what a trade school …

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Different Types of Engineering Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 11, 2024

Engineering is regularly noted as a “difficult” major for college students, and for good reason! These studies are not for the faint of heart and will require extra work from the individual to do well in these classes. However, there are several different types of engineering majors that students need to know about, and each …

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What’s The Difference: Software Engineer Vs Web Developer?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 13, 2023

The IT industry has evolved and expanded rapidly in recent years. This has led to a growing demand for software engineers and web developers. And that demand is set to increase in the near future. Anyone interested in working in the IT industry would have definitely heard about these two career paths. But there is …

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10 Careers for Math Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 28, 2023

If you love crunching numbers and doing complicated calculations, there’s good news on the job front for you. Math graduates are in great demand across all industries, so you’ll never have to worry about getting employed. What’s more, there are several interesting and high-paying careers for math majors, so you’ll get paid generously for doing …

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Q&A: What are Companies Offering Apprenticeships?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

No matter where you are in your education, an apprenticeship program may be an option available to you. These programs can help you get hands-on experience in your intended field and could lead to a full-time job in the future. We’ll go over the basics of companies offering apprenticeships, what the programs look like, the …

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8 Awesome Careers with the Highest Satisfaction

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Job satisfaction isn’t all about pay – you could have a high paying job, but other factors, like the work itself and the stress, could make it an unsatisfying position. So what does make for a satisfying job? And what are some careers that have the highest satisfaction? What Can Impact Your Satisfaction in a …