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Cyber Security Safety Tips for Students and Their Families

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 28, 2023
We know you spend a lot of time online, whether it’s for schoolwork, gaming, socializing, or just browsing. But the internet can sometimes be tricky, with potential dangers lurking around. That’s why it’s important to practice safety when using the internet and all your electronics. We’re going to break down some helpful cyber security tips …
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Studying Abroad? Here’s How to Get a Student Visa

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 21, 2023
Are you planning on studying abroad? While these programs provide unique opportunities to students who participate, you do need to take care of a few things before you head to another country. One step you may have not realized you had to complete? Getting your student visa. It’s a requirement for attending college in another …
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How To Plan for Your First College Semester of Study Abroad

By College Raptor StaffPublished on September 21, 2023
What’s one thing adventurous college students set their sights on? Studying abroad. The extremely adventurous may take that one step further and take their first semester to study abroad. Studying abroad during your first semester of college can be incredibly exciting and eye-opening. But can you study abroad during your first semester of college?  Let’s …
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7 Common Things You Forget to Bring to College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024
It doesn’t matter how many lists you’ve written, how many Pinterest dorm inspo boards you’ve saved, or how many freshman TikToks you’ve watched… chances are, you will forget to bring some things to college. But don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list of things you may have forgotten to write down on your back-to-school move-in list.  …
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What to Say to an Empty Nester to Help them Transition

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 26, 2024
The time has come. The kids have spread their wings and flown the coop—what an accomplishment! After all, you’ve kept them alive and well for nearly two decades, don’t you deserve some time to yourself after all this time? You are finally an empty nester and have time to relax, start that hobby you’ve put …
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Your 3 City Guide to CollegeFest

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 8, 2023
Does your city have a CollegeFest? Three major cities – Rochester, NY, Philadelphia, PA, and Boston, MA – have their own CollegeFests available for their students, but each one is very different! We outlined what you can expect at these events and why you should definitely plan to go to your city’s CollegeFest this year. …
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Why Academic Integrity is so Important in College

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 31, 2023
Integrity is super important in education, especially in college. It involves keeping academic standards high, growing personally, and getting ready for real-life situations. And while colleges set the tone for how much integrity matters on their campuses and in their classrooms, you also have an obligation to personally uphold your own moral uprightness as a …

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