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The Colleges With the Most 2024 Olympians and Medals

By College Raptor StaffPublished on December 19, 2024
Believe it or not, Olympians are just like the rest of us—minus the stacks of medals and world-class accolades. And yes, many of them go to college! You might be wondering how they manage to juggle intense training schedules, academic demands, social lives, and the occasional need for sleep. Our best answer? They’re Olympians for …
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A Complete Guide to Honors Programs and 5 Big Benefits

By Hilary CairnsPublished on October 16, 2024
Honor programs recognize high-achieving students who have a history of excellent grades. The programs’ classes and courses are difficult, but they can be perfect for high school and college students who want a challenge in their education. Plus, they offer a number of benefits including recognition, scholarship opportunities, and more. Here’s a complete look at …
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Do Colleges Look at Attendance? What You Need to Know about Going to Class

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 9, 2024
Key Takeaway: College Admissions don’t generally look at attendance as a factor in the admissions process unless it has affected GPA. However, attending class regularly and consistently has benefits including the ability to ask questions, building better relationships with teachers, and getting better grades. While you shouldn’t go to class if you’re sick and contagious …
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Graduate vs Undergraduate – What’s the Difference?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 16, 2024
Undergraduate college students are students who are pursuing their associate’s degree or their bachelor’s degree. Graduate college students are working towards a master’s degree, professional degree, or doctorate degree. While many universities have both undergraduates and graduates attending, the experience of these students can vary quite a bit. Below, we’ve compared graduate vs undergraduate programs …
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Document-Based Question (DBQ) and How Ace Your Essay

By Gallagher, CatherinePublished on August 7, 2024
DBQ stands for Document-Based Question. The document-based question appears on select AP exams including the AP U.S. History, AP World History, and AP European History exams. Each exam incudes one DBQ section. If you plan to take any of these tests, it’s important to understand what DBQ stands for and how to write the essay to …
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What Does It Mean to Be a Sophomore?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 21, 2024
Sophomore year is your “second year” in either high school or college. It’s a pivotal time as the excitement and novelty of being a freshman has worn off, and the reality of more advanced coursework and increased expectations begins to set in. This period is sometimes referred to as the “Sophomore Slump,” and can lead …
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Your Guide to Greek Life

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 4, 2024
Key Takeaway Greek life is made up of organizations known as sororities and fraternities. Dating back to the 1700s, these chapters have been known to offer opportunities for lifelong connections, personal growth, community service, and networking. However, before just jumping into Greek life, it is important to consider its advantages and disadvantages, including the time …
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Important Bachelor’s Degree Requirements

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 5, 2024
If you’re earning your bachelor’s degree, you’re going to have to meet certain requirements. Bachelor degree requirements usually include a minimum GPA in your classes as well as a mix of general education, major, and elective courses that add up to at least 120 credits. Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know …

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