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College Freshman Move In Day FAQs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re moving into your college dorm, you may have a few questions prior to the move in date. Here are just a few of the most frequently asked questions. When Do I Move In? College students’ move in date depends entirely on their specific school. Your college should have it listed on their website …
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Preparing For College in 14 Key Steps

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 30, 2023
Preparing for college can’t be done overnight, but should be done over a set series of months. Utilizing a checklist can help new college students keep track of everything they need to complete before their first day of classes. Students heading to college should embrace healthy habits, attend orientation, and pack strategically to have a …
Follow these three packing tips for when you're moving to your dorm room
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3 Unique and Helpful College Packing Tips

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
You may know by now: packing too much when you’re heading to your freshman year of college is super easy. However, not all planning and packing skills are going to be known to you right away, especially if you’re the first person in your family who is going to college. Here are three unique and …
Your college academic advisor is there to help you
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How Your College Academic Advisor Can Help You

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many students do not take the time to stop by to see their academic advisor, even when they need advice on choosing coursework or they just need something as simple as homework help on an assignment. This is unfortunate, as academic advisors are there to help students! Your college academic advisor, much like your high …
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44 More Life Skills to Learn Before College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
In a previous post we talked about life skills to know before heading off to college, but there are plenty more that aren’t taught in schools or at home regularly anymore! If you don’t know how to do any of the tasks listed below, now is the time to ask or look it up. You …
There are a few things you should not pack for college
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What NOT To Pack For College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
As you’re making your packing list of what to bring to college this year, you’ll probably write down quite a few items that you end up not wanting to bring or you shouldn’t be taking to the dorm at all. Here are a few things you should definitely not pack for college: Prohibited Items Your …

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