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Should you apply early action or early decision
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When Do College Applications Open?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 16, 2025
Key Takeaways: Most college applications for the following academic year open on August 1. Students who wish to apply early should have their applications submitted by November. January 1 is the common regular decision application deadline, but some schools accept later submissions, including those which use rolling admission cycles. College applications usually open on August …
What are the available accommodations for the SAT and ACT?
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Accommodations for Students and How to Get Them

By Hilary CairnsPublished on February 5, 2025
All colleges and universities in the United States offer accommodations to students with disabilities. They can vary from advanced course selection to additional time on exams, depending on the individual’s needs. Some conditions that qualify for accommodations include learning disabilities, blindness, hard of hearing, and chronic medical conditions. You can learn more about accommodations at …
Should you use the Universal College Application?
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Schools With Early Action

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 19, 2024
Early Action is a great way to apply to colleges you’re sincerely interested in and to get applications out of the way. Applications are usually due on November 1 and 15, but this isn’t a hard and fast rule. In this article, we’ve created a master list of schools with Early Action application cycles so …
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5 FREE College Resume Templates

By College Raptor StaffPublished on November 4, 2024
Key Takeaways A college resume can be defined as a brief, one-page summary of a student’s high school accomplishments that highlights relevant education, extracurriculars, work experience, and skills. Important sections in a college resume include contact information, a summary statement, education, extracurricular activities, work experience, and relevant skills. Essential tips for creating a college resume …
Follow up with the colleges you applied to.
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A Simplified Guide to QuestBridge and Which Colleges Use it

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 24, 2024
QuestBridge is a nonprofit organization in the United States that matches high-achieving students from low-income households with leading colleges and universities. Its primary program, the National College Match, helps students gain admission and full scholarships to top-tier schools. If you’re from a low-income household, here’s how you can take advantage of Questbridge. What is the …
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A Complete Guide to Extracurriculars (ECs)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 19, 2024
Whether you love football, pottery, theater, or being involved in your student government, there is an extracurricular for you. Not only do extracurriculars allow you to pursue your interests, but also make you a well-rounded candidate for college applications. Do you think you might be doing too much or too little when it comes to …

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