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Does class size matter?
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Does the Size of a Class in College Matter?

A large deciding factor for many students when choosing a college is size. Do they want to go to a small or big school? As a student, you find your perfect college match in terms of the community it is located, a top-ranked program for the major you choose, a generous financial aid package, but …
There are multiple different types of schools.
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What are the Differences Between Various Types of Schools?

“College” is pretty much a catch-all umbrella term for schools that offer higher education. Sometimes people interchange “college” with “university.” There is a multitude of specifications about schools–are they public or private? Are the non-profit or for-profit? Eventually, the school can rack up a long list of descriptors that all have an impact on what …
This installment of #CollegeAnswered tackles a number of questions from our community.
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#CollegeAnswered Q&A – October 21, 2015

In the first installment of our #CollegeAnswered Q&A series, I’ll be answering questions on a range of topics related to financial aid, college costs, and identifying college options. All of these questions were submitted by students and parents either via CollegeRaptor.com, Facebook, Twitter, or email. If you have a question you’d like me to answer, …
Two college counselors sitting together on their laptops.
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Should I Hire an Independent College Counselor?

Which came first the chicken or the egg? Is world peace possible? What is the meaning of life? While the question about hiring a college counselor is not nearly this philosophical, it can often garner just as much heated debate, and like the philosophical questions listed above, there really is not a right or wrong …
how to start the college search process
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How to Start Searching for Colleges: A Step-by-Step Guide

Searching for colleges is a process that requires time and dedication. Resources like College Match can help students find the colleges and universities that meet their unique needs and wants in a school. Students thinking about attending college should consider location, size of the school, majors, career options, and more. With nearly 6,000 community colleges, …
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How Do I Know if a College is a Good Fit?

There is a college out there for nearly everyone. The most important part of finding the right college is determining if a school is a good fit for you. A college that’s a good fit should have the following characteristics. 1. The college matches you academically You want to be challenged in college, but being …
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Is Stanford the Most Affordable College in California?

If you’re looking for affordable colleges, Stanford University may be the last place you expect to find a deal. It’s a prestigious university, and — according to its website — will cost a whopping $58,856 per year to attend as an undergrad. But, as we’ve seen before, looking at the “sticker price” of Stanford doesn’t tell the whole story. …

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