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How to Get to Know Your Professors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Are you planning on going to a college that has very large lectures for a majority of their classes? Students are often told, “Get to know your professors!” while at school. It can open a lot of doors when done right – but how can you possibly get to know them if you have over …
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5 Top Spring Break Locations

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Where will you be traveling for your spring break? If you haven’t decided just yet, you might just want to consider some of these top spring break locations, which are regularly ranked in the top 5 best places to visit! Orlando, Florida Between the theme parks and short drives to the beaches, there’s no wonder …
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Best Purchases to Warm up Your Dorm

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 27, 2024
At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  For much of the country, we’re not out of the cold weather just yet so you need things to warm up your dorm! If your dorm room has subpar heating, old leaky windows, or just tends …
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Pets in College: A Benefit or a Distraction?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Did you know that some colleges allow you to have pets in your dorm room? This can definitely influence your decision in college, but will having your pet with you benefit your college experience or prove to be a distraction? We’ll cover just that in this article, but we do believe it is a case-by-case …
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What To Do On Your Long Weekend

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Presidents’ Day is just around the corner – do you have plans yet for the long weekend? If not, we’ve put together a short list of ideas you can take advantage of during the three day holiday. Have a Staycation You don’t have to travel to have a vacation! A staycation can be just as …
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college search, student life

Cold Weather Colleges: 3 Awesome Picks for Skiing and Winter Fun

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Love the cold? Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, tubing or making snowmen? Then, you’ll definitely want to consider colleges and universities that are known for their local weather! These three schools will get you started on the right foot for a great snow-filled college experience. Michigan Technological University Michigan Technological University can be found in Houghton, Michigan, …
Photograph of the Pacific Ocean as viewed from the University of California-San Diego campus.
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30 + Beautiful Beachside Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 16, 2024
Do you love spending time near the ocean? Want to attend a school with a coastal view? Want to head to the beach during your downtime? Thankfully, there are plenty of beachside colleges in the United States! In this list, we’ve included some beachside colleges that see warm weather year round and others that get …

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