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30 Motivational Quotes for College Students

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 11, 2023

Are you feeling down while you’re in college? Don’t worry, you’re not alone and we have all been there. Whether you’ve failed a class, didn’t do well on your test, or just missed home, it can be difficult to have extra motivation throughout the semester. Here are some of our favorite motivational and inspiring quotes …

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10 College Goals Every Student Needs to Succeed

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 4, 2023

The goal for many high school students is to get accepted into college. They think about it all throughout their high school career and maybe even have their dream school already picked out. But what about your goals after you’ve reached that one? It’s important to think about short-term and long-term goals as a college …

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What is the Difference Between Fall and Spring Semester?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 28, 2022

When looking at a college calendar, you likely will notice that they have Fall Semester and Spring Semester start and end dates. But what are the differences between these two periods of time, and how does it affect your college education? We’ll run through the differences between the fall and spring semesters so you can …

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10 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

College textbooks are necessary for your courses and can be expensive. The average student is spending $628 to $1,471 on textbooks a semester.  If you’re paying for college out of pocket or taking out loans, that number adds up over the 4 years you’re in school. And when you get to graduate school, it can …

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10 Places Where to Sell Used Textbooks

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

You did it! You have finally made it to the end of the semester and it’s time to purge all your unwanted things from your courses. After spending hundreds of dollars on textbooks for this semester, don’t just throw away that money! Did you know you could sell your used textbooks to make some of …

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8 Exciting Online Education Trends in 2022/2023

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

As we look forward to 2023, it’s time to look at some of the online education trends that affect college students! Here are eight interesting online learning trends in higher education that have emerged since the pandemic. 1. Increased Flexibility Although online learning was technically a thing before 2020, it was much less prevalent than …

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Great Colleges for Nontraditional Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Are you planning on going back to college well after you graduated high school? It’s never too late! There are plenty of amazing colleges for nontraditional students out there. We cover some things you need to know about going to college as an older student and a few of the best colleges for nontraditional students …

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Can You Get a Bachelor’s Degree at a Community College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 23, 2024

Yes, it is possible to get a bachelor’s degree at some community colleges. Not all 2-year schools offer bachelor’s degrees, but the list is growing ever longer each year. It’s important to note though that these colleges can sometimes be limited in their offerings for bachelor’s and majors. So students need to decide whether or …

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College Trends: Distance Learning

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Distance learning was already increasing in popularity before the pandemic. After the pandemic, it has become one of the fastest-growing college trends. There are several reasons for this huge surge in popularity of distance learning. But first, it helps to understand exactly what is distance learning. What Is Distance Learning? Distance learning refers to the …

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Stackable Credentials: A New College Trend

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

The traditional way of earning college credits is changing as stackable credentials are introduced to the world of education. Stackable credentials are different from your normal college courses since they are meant to be completed in a shorter amount of time and are done without a degree-seeking program. The mini-course can then be used with …