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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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A Guide To Student Clubs and Organizations On Campus

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 16, 2024

College life is about more than just academics. It’s also about discovering who you are, finding your community, and building skills that will shape your future. One way to do this is by getting involved in student organizations (or clubs) in college. Student organizations play a major role in enhancing the college experience. These groups …

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7 Great Biology Research Topics

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Biology research covers the study of the origin, development, evolution, anatomy and physiology of all living organisms and their environment. This includes plants, animals, human beings, and the environment. If this is a field you’re interested in, you’ll find a vast array of biology research topics that you can choose from. The biggest challenge? Identifying …

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How Many Credits are Needed to Graduate College?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 16, 2024

Key Takeaways: For most bachelor’s degrees, you generally need 120 credits to graduate. To get those 120 credit hours, you generally need a mix of general education class, major required courses, and electives. Here’s what you need to know about credits and graduating college. How Many Credits are Needed to Graduate College With a Bachelor’s …

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5 Must-Listen-to Podcasts for Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

College is a time for growth, change, and finding yourself. Every single student struggles in diverse ways with different things. Enter, podcasts! There are a bazillion podcasts out there. Not only are podcasts great for entertainment value, but they can also be helpful in addressing and offering perspective with the different struggles we all deal with.  Whether …

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Do College Rankings Matter?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

How many articles have you seen that list out the top 5, 10, 50 colleges in the United States? There are a lot of opinions out there about what makes a college “the best,” but you might not want to sleep on rankings. Here’s why they’re actually important and what goes into making them. Do …

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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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A Day In the Life: What a Typical College Schedule Looks Like

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

If you didn’t love going to high school classes for seven hours a day, then have no fear. College schedules are quite different from high school. While the stakes might be higher, the typical college schedule is usually freer. Here’s what a college schedule looks like and a breakdown of the similarities and differences between …

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Transfers: Your Guide to Transferring Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Have you entered your first year of college and discovered that this particular college, although you fell in love with it on paper, is just not for you? Or maybe you’re in your junior year and you’re frustrated with your major’s program? Well this guide to transferring colleges is for you. Finding out the school …

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What to Know About Staying at College During Summer

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 22, 2024

As the spring semester wraps up, you may be thinking about what your summer is going to look like if you’re staying on campus. College students stay at college during summer for various reasons, whether that be taking summer classes, doing an internship on campus, or not wanting to go home for the entire summer …