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How to Use College Raptor’s New Career Center!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

College Raptor just launched a brand new tool that can further assist students and their families in the college planning process—the Career Center! Whether students want to learn more about potential careers or find what college best fits their job goals, this new database will help students on their journey. Let’s break down how to …

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How to Write a Good Resume in 14 Steps

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 11, 2024

Key Takeaway By definition, a resume is a summary of your professional, educational, and sometimes even personal experiences that showcase your abilities to a potential employer. To write a strong resume, make sure to include your contact information, customize it for the specific job, quantify your achievements, simplify jargon, highlight any educational awards, include relevant …

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5 Types of Internships and Things to Consider When Choosing

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on April 24, 2023

Whether required for your graduation or you just want to get a bit of relevant work experience under your belt, internships can give you the boost your education and career need. But with plenty of different “types” of internships out there, what exactly should you be looking for in a position? Let’s start with the …

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Do Employers Care About Your ACT/SAT Score?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most employers do not even think about checking out standardized test scores when hiring candidates. This is especially if the applicant has had some amount of work experience under their belt already. However when hiring applicants who have recently graduated and who do not have a lot of work experience, employers do not have any …

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Can I Earn College Credit From My Internship?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Yes, you can earn college credit from your internship, but there are several conditions, rules, and exceptions that come into play. Knowing how to go about it is key to making sure that you do not lose out on this benefit. Here are a few things you must first find out about if you are …

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What is an Accelerated Degree Program?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on April 22, 2024

Typically, earning a bachelor’s degree the traditional way can take up to 4-5 years, but did you know you can actually complete a bachelor’s degree in as little as one year? An accelerated degree program means you can earn your bachelor’s or master’s degree in a much shorter time span than is typical. What is …

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What are Dual Degree Programs?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

While the programs will vary from college to college, essentially they are programs that allow students to earn two different degrees simultaneously. For example, some programs allow students to work towards their Bachelor’s and Master’s degree together rather than separately. Instead of going to four (or five) years worth of undergraduate school, and then going …

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What are the 4 Types of College Degrees?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

While there are many different kinds of college degrees out there in the big world of academia, you can categorize them into four different units: Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree and Doctoral Degree. Let’s go through the types of college degrees and see what differentiates these accomplishments from one another. Note: this is not …

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What is the Fulbright U.S. Student Program?

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s possible that you’ve heard the term “Fulbright” before, but you might not have had it explained to you. It’s just another grant to apply for, right? Yes and no. As someone currently going through the application process, I can tell you that it is a wee bit more than that. It is a great …