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What You Need to Know about College Hybrid Programs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

The world of higher education is always changing but has made more significant changes in the last few years due to the pandemic. You may have heard about college hybrid programs recently. Understanding what this term means and determining whether or not it’s the right type of program for you is essential. Here’s an explanation …

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Which Colleges Rank at the Top when Test Scores are Thrown Out?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 21, 2022

College entrance exams have long been a key element of the application process. However, in recent years, more and more schools have decided to make the tests optional or not required at all. Additionally, many schools chose to go test-optional during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the increased number of colleges becoming test-optional, it begs the …

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Hidden Gem Colleges With More Out-of-State-Students | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Most of the time, a majority of a college’s student-body comes from the state where the school is located. However, that’s not always the case. In fact, sometimes there are more out-of-state students than in-state students! This list highlights Hidden Gem schools where more students come from outside the state. If 51% or higher of …

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Hidden Gem Colleges for Healthcare Majors | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Those working in healthcare fields are true heroes in the best of times. During the pandemic, however, they are true beacons of hope, health, and compassion. We wanted to salute our brave and dedicated healthcare workers and cheer on those studying to join them. This Hidden Gem list features the best colleges for healthcare majors. …

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Hidden Gem Colleges That Don’t Require Test Scores | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

There is an ongoing trend of more colleges dropping their ACT / SAT requirements. Though the decline started before the pandemic, the COVID-19 challenges have caused more schools to go test-optional. These colleges prefer a more holistic approach to reviewing the college applications of potential students. All that said, we wanted to highlight some colleges …

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Hidden Gem Colleges with the Most Ethnic Diversity | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

When searching for a college, many students seek out schools with high ethnic diversity. After all, college is a time to meet people from all walks of life and learn more about this wide world of ours. We wanted to create a list of Hidden Gem colleges that have the highest rate of ethnic diversity. …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Far West US | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

From sunny beaches to snowy mountains to rainy coasts, there is perhaps no region in the US more diverse than the Far West. In addition to a variety of landscapes, the Far West is home to a variety of schools. With all there is to see, you don’t want to miss out on these incredible …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Southwest US | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Desert, sprawling cities, canyons, mountains, and more make up the rugged landscape of the Southwest. 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 meet the following …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Rocky Mountains | 2022 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 among the Rockies. …

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Hidden Gem Colleges in the Great Lakes Region | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

The Great Lakes are so impressive that they get an section of the US named after them. While the area is clearly well-known for the waters, some of the attention should be on the little but mighty Great Lakes colleges within the area. To qualify as a Hidden Gem, a school must meet the following …