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How to Make the Best Class Schedule

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

In college, you have the complete freedom of choosing the classes you take at the time that works best for you. Building a class schedule that works well with your personal and professional life is the ultimate key to a successful college career. You want to make sure you’re adding time blocks in, so you’re …

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7 Great Biology Research Topics

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Biology research covers the study of the origin, development, evolution, anatomy and physiology of all living organisms and their environment. This includes plants, animals, human beings, and the environment. If this is a field you’re interested in, you’ll find a vast array of biology research topics that you can choose from. The biggest challenge? Identifying …

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Choosing Your College: Making the Emotional vs. Rational Decision

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

Getting accepted into college is a great feeling for every student. But weighing the emotional vs rational decision can be a bit intimidating. Emotional and rational factors are both important to consider when choosing your college. Rational decisions are based on the facts. Emotional decisions are based on feelings.  If you choose your college solely …

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How to Tour Colleges That Are Far Away

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Some students don’t want to go to college near their hometown or even in their state – so how do they tour colleges that are far away? Students in this position can take an online tour, but if their doing an in-person tour, planning is necessary. Here are some tips to make the best decisions …

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How to Use Social Media Wisely for Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Did you know that colleges often check your social media if you applied to their school? The things you post there could greatly impact your admissions chances, so it’s important to take steps to make your social media work for you rather than against you. Here’s a checklist of how to use social media wisely …

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Spring Break Trip Ideas Off the Beaten Path

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

The spring break trip to the beach is iconic. It’s one of the top destinations for college students during this vacation time. But they tend to be crowded, and the scene isn’t for everyone. What are some other spring break trip ideas that are off the beaten path? Well, you may want to hit a …

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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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The Difference Between a School’s Sticker Price and Net Price – And How to Estimate It

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 10, 2023

When you’re looking at the price of attending a year of college, the costs can be a bit staggering. In many cases, it can scare students off from applying to that particular school. But that number you’re seeing is likely the sticker price, and the amount you actually pay could be significantly less! Understanding the …

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COVID Update – What Are Colleges Doing?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

The COVID-19 situation keeps changing and so do the recommendations from the government and CDC. As a high school or college student, it may be difficult to keep up to date on what exactly colleges and universities are doing in response! As of January 2022, colleges are seeing extremely high rates of COVID cases in …

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Express Diversity and Acceptance at College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

Martin Luther King Jr. Day may be behind us for 2022, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t focus on diversity and acceptance every day, especially in college. How can you be more inclusive? Here are some tips. Be Mindful One of the best ways to focus more on acceptance is to be mindful. Many could …