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Do Colleges Reject “Overqualified” Students?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on May 5, 2023

You may have heard from a friend of a friend that they were rejected from Harvard University even though they had a perfect application! Or you heard from a 2nd cousin on the other side of the family that their cousin was rejected from a school with a 50% acceptance rate simply because they were …

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April College Planning Calendar

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 25, 2023

April is such an important month for high school students who are planning to go to college, but it can be overwhelming to keep track of all of the academic calendar dates. Since there are so many dates to keep up with during this busy time of the year, we suggest having a college planning …

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“Should I Graduate College Early?”: The Pros and Cons

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 17, 2023

If you are eager to enter the work world and asking yourself: “should I graduate college early?” make sure you consider these pros and cons. Graduating college early can be very tempting, especially if you’re feeling burnt out or just want to be done with school. We get it, you’ve been in school for the …

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The “Why [this] major” Essay Guide

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 5, 2023

When you’re applying for college, a lot of schools will use the Common App or Common Application essay prompts. It may seem nerve-wracking to have to write on one of these common supplemental essay prompts, especially when it asks about which major you want to choose. We’ve come up with essay guides on the “Why …

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10 Awesome Podcasts for High School Students

By College Raptor StaffPublished on February 22, 2023

Podcasts are taking the world by storm and they’re not just for typical adult topics. They range in a variety of topics and are very informative, especially for high school students who want to hear about all things college and beyond. Podcasts aren’t boring conversations anymore! There are science podcasts, thought-provoking podcasts, and even funny …

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Can a High School Dropout go to College: Step-by-Step Guide

By College Raptor StaffPublished on February 16, 2023

Can a high school dropout go to college? It’s a big question for many students who don’t finish high school no matter their reasoning. In 2022, the high school dropout rate was 5.3%.  There are different circumstances for every student that can cause them to decide to not complete their high school education. Some students …

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What Is The TEAS Exam For Nursing

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 21, 2023

The TEAS test is an exam future nurses need to take to be accepted into most nursing programs. The exam has four sections: Math, English and Language Usage, Reading, and Science. Students planning to take the TEAS exam should prepare and study as this exam can impact admission chances. If you’re thinking about entering the …

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What is Direct Admission?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 4, 2023

You’re likely familiar with the admissions and application process at colleges – submit applications, wait for acceptance (or rejection) letters, and accept or decline the colleges’ offers. And that’s how many students will approach the application process. But there’s a new game in town – direct admissions. What is it though, what does it mean …

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How to Prep for Grad School: 6 Important Steps

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 4, 2023

Did you know that how your prepare for grad school is very similar to how you prepared for your undergraduate degree? Just like your bachelor’s, you need to consider your goals, and career options, compare schools and programs, and visit the campus. It’s also a good idea to start your grad school applications early! How …

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What Happens if You Miss a College Application Deadline?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

College applications should always be turned in on time. For many schools, it is impossible to turn in applications past the deadline (usually January 1st). However, mistakes, and life, happen. You may have experienced a technical issue that didn’t allow you to submit your application, you could have had an emergency, you were waiting on …