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The 5 Best Humidifier Choices For Your College Dorm

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.  Dry weather can leave your skin cracked and lips chapped. When you’re uncomfortable in your own room, studying is that much more annoying. If you need a little extra moisture in the air, then these are …
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Should I Do Another College Visit for the Same School?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Visiting a college campus is a critical part of the college selection process. You can’t truly get a feel for a place without visiting there yourself. It’s an ideal way to experience the campus, the dorms, the classrooms, the students, and faculty. A website can only tell you so much. But if you’ve toured the …
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5 Message Board Options for Dorm Rooms

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 27, 2024
At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  You and your dorm mates probably have very different class schedules. During the day, it can be difficult to get a hold of one another. You can always text, but you also don’t want to text …
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How To Narrow Your College Choices Fast

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Creating a shortlist of colleges to apply to and then narrowing down that list takes some time. Ideally, you should start your search for potential colleges while you are in your junior year, if not sooner. May 1st is the deadline for selecting your college, and it’s fast approaching. You might need to narrow your …
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5 Benefits Of Going To A College Fair

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you are in the process of searching for colleges, you should take the time to attend at least one college fair. It’s a great place to learn more about the colleges you’re interested in and talk to people with first-hand experience. By attending, you can better cultivate an ideal college list. Here are 5 …
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The Importance Of Visiting A College Before You Apply

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
With all of the details readily available online, is it really worth taking the time and trouble to visit colleges in person? No matter how much information a college may offer through their website, there is a lot that remains unsaid. Besides, all that information has been compiled by a staff member and what you …
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4 Things To Do Before You Go On A College Visit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
College visits play an important role in the college short-listing process. Getting a first-hand look and feel of the campus and its facilities can help you make an informed decision about which college fits your personality and academic goals. Making a college visit checklist is the best way to make the most of your campus visits. …
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In-State vs Out-Of-State Tuition: Picking the Right School for You

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2024
The cost of in-state vs out-of-state tuition varies widely but the cost of out-of-state tuition is generally higher In-state tuition is lower for residents because state schools receive substantial funding from state tax dollars Sometimes, scholarships and other financial aid can reduce the cost of out-of-state tuition significantly When deciding between an in-state and out-of-state …

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