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Graduating students throwing their caps in the air.
questions & answers

What To Do After Graduation

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
So, you’ve graduated high school – now what? Well, first off, congratulations on graduation! You’ve done a wonderful job and your whole life is ahead of you. This is a time for celebration, but it’s also a time for planning. So here are some tips and ideas on what to do after your graduate high …
how to improve your grades
college applications, questions & answers

How to Calculate Cumulative GPA

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 13, 2024
 Cumulative GPA is the average of all the grades you’ve earned throughout high school and college. Cumulative GPA is different from weighted or unweighted GPA. Colleges use your cumulative GPA to measure your eligibility for various academic opportunities such as graduation, scholarships, and honors programs. During high school and college you’re sure to have heard …
A perfect ACT score of 36 is elusive, but that shouldn't stop you from getting into your dream school.
ACT & SAT

What is The Highest Possible ACT Score?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on November 20, 2023
The highest score to be achieved on the ACT is 36. The composite ACT score is the average of the students’ scores in four sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science. 3,376 students received the max ACT score in 2022. What is the Highest Possible ACT Score? The highest score a student can earn on the …
questions & answers

Ultimate Graduation Checklist For Parents

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
High school graduation marks a major milestone in your child’s life. It’s their first step into adulthood. From here on, they’ll have to learn to deal with life’s many challenges and make important decisions on their own. They’ll also have to earn a living and learn how to manage their finances on their own. Making …
What are some of the benefits of going to college online if you're a veteran?
college admissions

6 Great Alternatives to Traditional 4-Year College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Is a traditional four-year college program just not for you at the moment? Whether you don’t know what you want to do career-wise or the idea of four years in college straight out of high school, there are options available to you! Check out some great alternatives to traditional college below. Why should you consider …
Chart of SAT 2022-2023 dates.
ACT & SAT

How to Sign Up for the SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 7, 2023
So it’s time to take your SAT! Before you can actually sit for the exam, you do need to sign up for it. But how do you do that, and what do you need to know before you even register for the college entrance exam? We’ll cover everything you need to know about signing up …
Student on campus - choosing early action vs early decision makes a big difference
college admissions

What Does Early Admissions Mean?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Early admissions in regard to college refers to the early application processes, generally known as Early Decision and Early Action. Here’s what you need to know about it, the benefits, and whether or not you should apply to college under early admissions. What Does Early Admissions Mean? Early admissions means the process of applying to …

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