financial aid

Financial Aid Modeling: The What and Why

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 4, 2025

During your research into financial aid and endowment, you might have come across the phrase “financial aid modeling” This, by itself, sounds boring to the average student, but it actually is referencing the models colleges and universities use to determine how much financial aid they can offer their students. Here’s what you need to know …

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A Creative Guide to The Minecraft Scholarship

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

There really is a scholarship for everything! If you enjoy video games or even play Minecraft, the Minecraft Scholarship might be right up your alley. Here’s what you need to know about the award, how to apply, and some more tips for finding scholarships that will help you pay for college. What is the Minecraft …

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7 Ways to Master Money Management in College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 15, 2024

For many, college is the first time being away from home. You are in charge of making independent decisions regarding how you spend your time, what you eat for dinner, when you do your laundry, how late you stay up, and most importantly—how you manage your money. In order to set yourself up for financial …

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How to Check Your FAFSA Status

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023

Once you submit your FAFSA application, you may be tempted to check its status frequently. Here’s how to quickly check your application status online.  Log in to your FAFSA account Click the My FAFSA page See your current application status Now that you know the quick and easy steps on how to check your FAFSA …

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Scholarships For Undocumented Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023

Undocumented students have access to relatively limited financial aid. They are not eligible for any type of federal student aid, which requires applicants to be US citizens or permanent residents. Only a few states allow undocumented students to benefit from lower in-state tuition rates or any type of state aid. But that doesn’t mean undocumented …

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Can I Delete My FAFSA?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Whether or not you can delete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) depends on where you are in the process. If you haven’t submitted your application yet, you can delete it. But if it was already sent in, you cannot delete your FAFSA. It’s essential that you get the information correct on your …

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Types of Graduate Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Graduate student loans are loans offered to students who have completed their undergraduate degree and are going to graduate school. The funds cover all the costs a grad student incurs in obtaining an advanced degree. This includes tuition, books, fees, room and board, school supplies, and personal expenses.   There are two types of graduate …

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How To Pay for College When Times Are Tough

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 26, 2025

College is expensive and the price of tuition increases every year. Most families across America find it difficult to cover the full cost of college from their savings. And this is even during normal times. When finances are tight, paying for college becomes even more stressful. With stiff competition for limited resources, families have to …

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What Colleges Offer the Most Endowment for Students?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Endowment helps students afford college tuition. Harvard, Yale, and Stanford are among the universities and colleges that offer the most endowment for their students. Here’s what endowment means and how much every school has available for the designated year: What is College Endowment? College endowment is the amount of money a school receives in donations. …

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Who Offers College Grants?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023

Did you know that scholarships and grants aren’t only available from community organizations and the government? So, who offers college grants? Many companies, including Google, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft offer grants and scholarships to students, too – and you don’t necessarily have to be an employee! Here are just a few organizations that offer awards you …