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College Compromise: Deal Breakers and Sacrifices

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

When you start to narrow down your college choices, you will find that very few if any colleges are the perfect fit in every way. More likely than not, you will have to make a compromise or two. While that is inevitable, it is important to be very clear about what you are willing to …

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6 Smart Strategies for Starting The College Search Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 16, 2024

When you start the college search process, you could be sifting through the thousands of colleges and universities in the United States. But we have some smart strategies to help you find the best school for you. To elevate your college search strategy, think about what you’re looking for in a school, talk to your …

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The Best Ways to Document Your College Visits

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Documenting your college visits is the best way to remember the special features and facilities of each college. More importantly, it is a great way to help you remember distinctly how you felt about each college. These are details that would otherwise get hazy or forgotten altogether after you’ve finished a few college visits. Two …

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Important Questions to Ask Your College Friends (While You’re Still in High School)

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Say you’re in your junior or senior year of high school, and some of your friends who graduated are home on break from college. This is the perfect time to do a little reconnaissance! After all, you’re smart enough to know that college probably won’t be like TV shows and movies, but you still wonder …

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4 Tips for Finding the Right College

By Annabelle FeeLast updated on December 22, 2022

Looking for colleges is as exciting as it is frightening. It is often hard to see where to begin and what to look for. Many start with college rankings, but there are some more important aspects to observe. Here are our top four tips on finding the right college for you: The department Reputability matters, …

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How to Search for Colleges Based on Your Personal Factors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 6, 2023

Picking a college to attend is a big decision – and one that requires careful thought! Sometimes it’s easy, especially if you got into your dream college, but you should compare your options. But how exactly should you go about that? It’s important to keep your needs, wants, and other factors in mind when selecting …

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How to Create a Pros and Cons List for Schools in Your College Search

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

When you have a few colleges or universities on your radar, it may be a bit difficult to choose between them, especially if you received acceptance letters from all your top choices. Creating a pros and cons list is an excellent way to help you narrow the schools down and see how they compare to …

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How To Use Your Intended Major in the College Search

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

When searching for your potential future college, there will be quite a few things you will have to keep in mind. This may include the school’s dorm rooms, the location, the size of the school, the college’s reputation, and, of course, your major. Here’s how you can use your intended major in your college search. …

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Why You Shouldn’t Base Your College Search on Your Friends

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Friends were no doubt a big part of your high school life, and it can be hard to say goodbye when the time comes. So hard, in fact, that some students want to attend the same college as their high school friends so they won’t have to say goodbye or feel alone. Basing your college …

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How Early Should You Start Creating A College List?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Experts suggest that the best time to start creating a list of colleges is midway through the freshman year in high school. There is, of course, no hard and fast rule about this. It may be a little too early for some students but, in general, it can’t hurt. When it comes to creating your …