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A study schedule can really help you get on top of your studying
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How Do You Create a Study Schedule?

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
Depending on your high school rigor and schedule, you may be a bit culture-shocked when it comes to college studying. College classes are naturally more difficult than high school. That shouldn’t scare you, it should make sense. As each year progresses, you have more knowledge and are ready for more challenging courses. You spent many …
Here are some common writing mistakes students make
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Common Writing Mistakes Made by College Students

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
Time flies but the common writing mistakes students tend to make in their essays are still the same. Have you ever imagined that your thoughtful essay may turn to be graded as a poor one, because of some mistakes you failed to notice? Just fancy, you are writing about some serious issues like environmental pollution …
side gigs to make money in college
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5 Side Gigs to Make Money in College

By Aaron MincLast updated on December 22, 2022
College is expensive. You have to pay for tuition, housing, meals, activities, and so much more. To cover costs, you’re probably going to need a job. Sometimes having a part-time job schedule isn’t practical with your schedule. Perhaps you have an insane amount of credits this semester and you aren’t sure when your study group …
Colorful pens inside a jar. Overlay text says "Back to school supplies."
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21 School Supplies Every Student Needs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 22, 2024
With back to school around the corner, you’ll want to make sure you are stocked up on all the supplies you’ll need for peak academic performance! At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Your Full List of School Supplies 1. Pencils / Mechanical …
Keep in touch with your high school friends.
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How to Keep In Touch With Friends as You Leave For College

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Summer is winding down, back-to-school commercials have hit TV stations, and stores all over the country have set up their school supply displays. If you’re an incoming college freshman, it can be more than a little intimidating. The college transition is a big step. You’re going from a structured eight hour high school day to …
Thumbs up for a successful semester!
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How to Have a Successful Semester in College

By Rose ScottLast updated on February 27, 2023
The summer is almost gone, so now you are full of enthusiasm to make a fresh start successfully. Aren’t ready yet? Here is a ready-made plan for you to prepare for the school year ahead and have a successful semester. 1. Keep Account of Your Progress Create a table in Excel and classify the material …
There are some things I wish I knew in high school, like think before you speak.
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What I Wish I’d Known Before College: 9 Things

By Esperanza DeniseLast updated on December 22, 2022
The struggle in high school is crazy, struggling to deal with superficial people and separating our best friends so that we would have someone to sit with at lunch. It’s like the whole world is obsessed with who wears what, who is going out with whom, who’s the most popular, and other such trivial matters. …

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