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Why are there college application fees?
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Do College Applications Cost Money?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 23, 2024
Many college applications do cost some amount of money. However, the fee, if any depends on the school. Some colleges and universities in the United States can charge over $75 to apply to the school while others completely waive the fee, inviting students to apply free of charge. But this college application fee is only …
Who takes the PSAT?
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PSAT Guide: Who Is Eligible, Test Taking Tips, and More

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 24, 2024
Key Takeaways: The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT), is a test administered by College Board with the participation of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). It tests students on reading, writing, and math. The PSAT is usually taken by high school students in their junior year. Scoring high on the PSAT can qualify students to …
Here are three more myths about college admissions.
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3 MORE College Admission Myths

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are far too many college admissions myths doing the rounds. Unfortunately, they send many students in the wrong direction. Spending too much time doing things that do not matter means less time doing things that do matter. Below are some myths about college admissions that are just that and nothing more. Myth #1 – …
Here are some tips on trying to appeal an admission decision.
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How to Appeal a College Rejection

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Receiving admission rejections can be a tough blow, more so if you are very keen on attending that particular school or if it was your top-choice college. It can be frustrating because you know you meet all the college’s admission requirements and more. You’ve gone to great lengths to put together an outstanding application that …
Ivy League schools are incredibly hard to get into
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Things You Need for Your Ivy League Application

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 25, 2023
Do you dream of applying to an Ivy League School?  Studying in these prestigious schools is the ultimate dream for many students, and while getting accepted is not impossible, these colleges do ask for a lot. They look for the best of the best, which means your application has to be super-impressive in all respects. …
The ACT/SAT has fees attached to it. How do you get those fees waived?
ACT & SAT

Can I Get My ACT/SAT Fee Waived?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
When you go to register for the SAT or ACT, you may notice there are fees attached. The SAT costs $43, and with the essay is $54.50. The ACT costs $39.50 without the optional writing test and $56.50 with. There may be additional fees for changing your test date or receiving answer keys after grading. However, what …
Should you send additional materials?
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Should I Send Extra Materials with My College Application?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
After you’ve provided an application with all of the requested materials—high school transcript, ACT/SAT scores, honors, and awards, etc.—you might find a little section that says “Additional Materials”. If the option is there, it must mean you should send something, right? Should you send additional materials? Not necessarily. If possible, it’s best to show your …

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