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What to do After College Acceptance: 8 Important Steps

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 14, 2024
You’ve done it! That much-hoped-for college acceptance letter is finally in your hands. Congratulations—you’ve put in a lot of hard work and dedication into the college admissions process. Take a moment to reflect on your accomplishments and give yourself the recognition you deserve for reaching this milestone. After you’ve celebrated this long-awaited achievement, it’s time …
Why take the PSAT and the PreACT?
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Benefits of Taking Both the PreACT and the PSAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Why take the PSAT and the PreACT? When you’re in your sophomore and junior years, you may be starting to decide whether you’ll be taking the SAT or the ACT for your college applications. This should also be the time you’re signing up for the prep exams: the PreACT and the PSAT. While many students …
Here are a few college application tips for homeschooled students.
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College Application Tips For Homeschooled Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
In some ways, the college application process for homeschooled students may be slightly different than that for traditional students. If you are a homeschooled student, you may not be able to submit a traditional transcript of course grades. You may also not be able to meet the recommendation letter criteria laid out for traditional students. …
What is the TOEFL and why is it important?
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What is the TOEFL?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you live in the United States or another English majority speaking country, it’s quite possible you’ve never heard of the TOEFL. It stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language. However, if English wasn’t your first language, you may have to take it to attend a college in another country. Here are the …
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How to Improve Your GPA!

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Improving your GPA should be a goal whether you’re in high school or college, a freshman or a senior. A high GPA will look excellent on both a college application and a resume. Here are some steps you can take to improve your GPA: Set Aside Time To Study Studying before a test is a …
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Questions YOU Should Ask in a College Interview

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Typically, when it comes to a college interview you’re the one answering the questions instead of asking them. However, when the interview draws to a close most interviewers will ask the student, “Do you have any questions for me?” Your answer should always be YES! What Should You Expect in a College Interview? Not all …

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