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Do’s and Don’ts of Orientation: Parent Edition

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Although it depends on the particular college, many schools actually have a parent orientation at the same time as the freshman orientation. This may be completely optional for parents, but it truly is worth it to attend. Here are some “do’s” and “don’ts” of attending college orientation as a parent. Do Stick To The Schedule …

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Ways to Prepare for College Orientation

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

College orientation is exciting for so many different reasons. You get to choose your classes, meet your future classmates and teachers, and get a closer look at the facilities and the campus that you will call home for the next four years. There’s a lot to be excited about, but there’s also a lot to …

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Why You Should Take Advantage of Rolling Admissions

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Applying for college can be a stressful time. Usually, you will have to wait several months until you find out whether or not you were accepted. One way to cut down on the wait time is to apply under rolling admissions. Instead of waiting months, in most cases, you will hear back within a few …

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Pros And Cons Of Rolling Admissions

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 8, 2023

There are two distinctly different ways in which colleges process student applications. Some colleges may start assessing the applications as they come in, or only after the deadline. Regardless of when they do the assessments, they send out acceptance letters only after the submission deadline and after they have evaluated all applications. These are often …

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How to Prepare For A University Admission Interview

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s finally happened. After months of spending hours every day creating customized applications, avoiding common mistakes, and submitting them to various colleges, you’ve received an invite for a university admissions interview. You’re excited but you’re also nervous at the same time. The admissions interview is the last obstacle that stands between you and that college seat. …

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Tips to Create Your Freshman Class Schedule at Orientation

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Creating your college freshman class schedule is one of the many things you will have to do at orientation. Trying to figure out which classes to take can also be one of the most overwhelming things you will do that day. It is important to make sure your schedule is manageable while also ensuring that …

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3 Ways To Show College Admissions You’re the Right Fit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

College admissions have become highly competitive. An increasing number of high school students are applying to college and many of them have outstanding grades and test scores. That has, in fact, become the baseline for college applications. You need to have good grades and high test scores just to be considered for the interview. But …

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What to Keep in Mind When Registering for Classes at Orientation

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

For college orientation, which can be an exciting and busy time, you’ll be meeting new people, exploring campus, and even signing up for classes. It’s easy to get caught up in everything that is happening, so it’s important to keep in mind some things that you should avoid when registering for classes. Read the course …

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What NOT To Do at College Orientation

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re heading to college this fall, you will most likely have an orientation coming up this summer. Your future school will tell you what to expect, such as what events are planned, what placement tests you need to take, and more. However, there are things you should not do at college orientation. Do Not …

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Your Summer-Before-College Prep Checklist

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

After weeks of waiting, you’ve received your college acceptance letter, decided where you are going to attend, and finally have a clear picture of where you are going to be studying. Now begins the next phase of preparing for a brand new journey as an independent college student. Summer is a great time to prepare …