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Why California Institute of Technology (CalTech) is a Top Rated School

By Hilary CairnsPublished on March 13, 2024

The California Institute of Technology, also known as Caltech, was ranked #5 for our annual Top 50 Best Colleges in the United States for 2024. If you’re thinking about applying to this institution, there’s plenty you need to know. In fact, it’s one of the hardest schools to get into in the world at the …

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What’s the Difference Between NCAA Divisions (D1 vs D3)?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 26, 2023

When you’re searching for colleges, you may see the terms D1 vs D2 vs D3. If you’re planning on participating in athletics during your college years, you may already know what this means. However, if you tend to stay off the field, the terms may not be as familiar to you. In short, D1, D2, …

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Why Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a Top Rated School

By Hilary CairnsPublished on October 26, 2023

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is regularly named a top-rated school and 2024 is no exception. Also known as MIT, the institution was named #3 on the College Raptor’s Top 50 Best Colleges List for 2024. So what exactly makes MIT a great school and worthy of the number 3 spot? We dive into …

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Your Guide to the Public Ivies

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023

The Ivy League schools, Harvard, Yale, etc., are household names. These private colleges and universities are often considered the best of the best. And for good reason! But did you know that there are “Public Ivies” that can be just as prestigious as ones in the Ivy League? These highly selective schools are academic powerhouses …

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Why is Harvard University a Top-Rated School?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 8, 2023

Year after year, Harvard University is one of the top-ranked schools in College Raptor’s Top 50 Best Colleges – and for good reason! If you’re thinking about applying to Harvard, here are some things you should know about why the school is so good and why it’s regularly ranked high by College Raptor. Harvard University …

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Top 25 Best Sustainable Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on August 11, 2023

Sustainability has been an important topic for people, businesses, and colleges in recent years, especially in the face of climate change. If sustainability is important to you, you plan on entering the energy industry, or you just want to make sure you’re leaving less of a mark on the earth, you might want to consider …

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Can You Get a Bachelor’s Degree at a Community College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 23, 2024

Yes, it is possible to get a bachelor’s degree at some community colleges. Not all 2-year schools offer bachelor’s degrees, but the list is growing ever longer each year. It’s important to note though that these colleges can sometimes be limited in their offerings for bachelor’s and majors. So students need to decide whether or …

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Hardest School to Get into in the World: Top 10 List

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 25, 2024

When applying to some of the top colleges and universities, you expect that it will be difficult to get into. But there are a select few so competitive that they are especially notoriously hard to get an acceptance letter from. Their admissions standards are extremely rigorous and only the best of the best become admitted …

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Searching for Online Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Do you want to stay home and attend school online? It’s entirely possible! Plenty of colleges now offer classes online – and some are entirely over the internet, too. Here are some tips on what you should look for in an online college and some of the best virtual schools available to students. Should You …

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National Love Your Pet Day – Pet Friendly Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 12, 2024

How have you shown your pet that you love them for National Love Your Pet Day? From treats to walks to a longer playtime, there’s plenty of ways you can spend a bit of extra time with them today. If you’re heading to college soon though, you may be worried about leaving your pet behind. …