hidden gems 2023

Best STEM Hidden Gem Colleges | 2023

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

STEM fields are the fastest-growing career market out there and, because of that, there are many organizations, programs, and schools dedicated to encouraging young people to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) majors.  STEM education helps individuals become more innovative, creative, and divergent thinking. The classes focus on hands-on learning where mistakes are not …

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When Does College Basketball Start?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

The 2022-23 college basketball season will start on November 7th. If you’re a fan and can’t wait for the season to begin, here are some things you need to know about the upcoming year! When Does the College Basketball Season Start? The upcoming men’s college basketball regular season will begin on November 7th, 2022 with …

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How to Make the Best Class Schedule

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

In college, you have the complete freedom of choosing the classes you take at the time that works best for you. Building a class schedule that works well with your personal and professional life is the ultimate key to a successful college career. You want to make sure you’re adding time blocks in, so you’re …

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When Do Spring Classes Start for College?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Although “spring” is usually in the term “spring semester,” spring classes actually tend to start in January. Here’s everything you need to know about these classes when you can expect the semester to end, and whether or not it’s a good idea to start your college year in the spring. When do Spring Classes Start …

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What is Name, Image, and Likeness?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Name, image, and likeness is the term used by the NCAA to refer to a student-athlete and their identifiable factors that make the individual unique. Here’s what you need to know about the term, how it came about, and how student-athletes can now use their name, image, and likeness to earn money. What is Name, …

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Most Geographically Diverse Hidden Gem Colleges | 2023 Rankings

By Cat GallagherLast updated on December 21, 2022

If you are a student looking to go to a college far, far away from home this Top Geographically Diverse College Hidden Gems rankings list is for you. This list is based on colleges and universities with a higher level of geographical diversity. That means these hidden gems have students who come from a wider …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Southwest US | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Vast deserts, sprawling cities, deep canyons, and rugged mountains, all make up the landscape of the Southwest region. Many of the colleges in the area are as excellent as the geography is dynamic. We wanted to highlight some of the lesser-known Southwest colleges that deserve attention. To qualify as a Hidden Gem, a school must …

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Hidden Gems Colleges in the Southeast | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

What do you think about when you hear “the Southeast?” Many think about southern hospitality, comfort food, warm weather, and history. You should add amazing colleges to that list. While there are powerhouse colleges in the Southeast, there are also a bunch of great schools that fly under the radar. That’s why we wanted to …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Rocky Mountains | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

The Rocky Mountain Range spans over 3,000 miles from New Mexico to northern British Columbia in Canada. There are a lot of colleges in the Rocky Mountain area that are as mighty as the peaks themselves. However, some of those colleges aren’t household names yet. We wanted to highlight some amazing colleges in the Rockies. …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Plains Region | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

America’s heartland is vast, fertile, and filled with various industries. Additionally, it’s home to a bunch of amazing colleges. While some colleges are certainly household names, some aren’t quite as well known – though they should be! We wanted to feature some of the best colleges in the Plains region, otherwise commonly known as the …