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There are a few types of education, but which one is the best for you?
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Choosing the Right Type of College Education for You

By Devin MorrisseyLast updated on December 22, 2022
Looking to advance your career but aren’t sure exactly what you want to do? It’s difficult to decide how to advance it. There are many types of education, including trade schools, bachelor degrees, and graduate degrees. Choosing what type of education you will pursue is a big decision. It dictates the level of learning you …
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44 More Life Skills to Learn Before College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
In a previous post we talked about life skills to know before heading off to college, but there are plenty more that aren’t taught in schools or at home regularly anymore! If you don’t know how to do any of the tasks listed below, now is the time to ask or look it up. You …
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Cut College Costs: Graduate On Time

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You will most likely be borrowing money every year that you are in college to fund your tuition and other college costs. By the time you graduate after 4 years, the total amount you’ve borrowed would have added up considerably. Delaying your graduation even by one semester will add a few thousand dollars more to …
Hidden Gems in the US - Luther College
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How I Chose My College: “An International Perspective”

By Thu PhamLast updated on December 22, 2022
I grew up in Vietnam. For 20 years of my life, I had never been to the United States before I came to Luther College in 2016. It is still a fascinating journey for me from the beginning of college search to the present as I just finished my sophomore year. As an international student, …
College packing list: school supplies
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College Packing List Overview

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve received your college acceptance letter and the countdown to your first semester has begun. The only left to do is to pack your suitcases. Packing up to go off to college can be daunting. There are so many things you want to take along with you but you have to be careful not to …
There are a few things you should not pack for college
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What NOT To Pack For College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
As you’re making your packing list of what to bring to college this year, you’ll probably write down quite a few items that you end up not wanting to bring or you shouldn’t be taking to the dorm at all. Here are a few things you should definitely not pack for college: Prohibited Items Your …
When should you start packing for college
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When Should You Start Packing for College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve received your college acceptance letter and cannot wait for the semester to begin. Meanwhile, your days are packed with trying to catch up with friends and making the most of those last few unscheduled days. Regardless of how much you have going on, you are going to have to find some time to pack …
College orientation can be fun and informative
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FAQs About College Orientation

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
College orientation is essentially your introduction to college life. At your college orientation you will get to meet other students, familiarize yourself with the campus, and ease the transition from the high school to college. What happens at college orientation? Every college may structure orientation differently but essentially the day is organized in a way …

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