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State Grants for Maryland Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Live or planning to go to school in Maryland? The state has a few different programs and grants available for its students! Here are some Maryland college grants you may want to consider applying to, plus additional information on financial aid programs in the state. Maryland College Grants 1. Guaranteed Access (GA) Grant The Guaranteed …
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All About the Facebook Scholarship

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Scholarship alert! College Raptor is excited to announce the Facebook scholarship to help learners in the Black community to succeed no matter where they are in life. We are excited to share this scholarship because it’s not just for college students, it’s for those who are looking to further their careers, find a career, or …
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20 Great Jobs Right On Your Campus

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 5, 2024
Key Takeaways There are many benefits to working a campus job, including not having to travel far for work, flexibility with your class schedule, getting some great discounts, and of course—earning money! Whether it’s tutoring, leading campus tours, assisting in offices, labs, or libraries, or working in dining halls and coffee shops, campus jobs offer …
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How to Stop Student Loan Tax Garnishment

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Maybe you’re in the application planning stage or the waiting-to-hear stage or you’ve been accepted to college! (Congratulations!) Now the big question is: How are you going to pay for it?  In any situation when you want to buy something, you have to pay for it. Going to college certainly is no different. You have …
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What You Should Know About Biden’s New Student Loan Plan

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
On January 10, 2023, the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) proposed a revised pay as you earn repayment plan. This was prompted by the temporary pause on President Biden’s student loan forgiveness. The proposed plan is the Education Department’s latest attempt to make student loan repayments more affordable. If it comes through, it would reduce …
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What is the Biden v Nebraska Student Loan Lawsuit?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
Former college students and graduates all over the country are waiting to hear back about student loan forgiveness. While some have even received approvals for their applications, they may not see the money soon. The Biden v Nebraska student loan lawsuit has put things to a halt for the time being. But what is this …
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Q&A: What If Your Parents Refuse to Help with the FAFSA?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 3, 2024
If you are under the age of 24, in almost all cases, you need your parents to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). However, some students have situations that prevent them from having access to their parent’s financial information or the parents refuse to hand over the information for one reason or …
Read the fine print! Here's what you need to know about the Stafford Loan.
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Q&A: Can You Switch Lenders Before Closing?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Many borrowers have problems with their lender’s customer service or lack of it during the loan term. It’s not uncommon for them to ask ‘Can you switch lenders before closing your student loans?’ The answer to this question is yes you can switch loan servicers/lenders before closing either federal or private student loans. But there …

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