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Making College More Affordable: 7 Pre-College Tips

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 17, 2024

There’s no arguing that college is expensive. And with tuition going up every year, the increasingly higher cost of college continues to be a challenge to most American families. Every year, students across America stress over where and how they are going to get the funds needed to cover their college costs. Fortunately, there are …

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How To Go to College Debt Free (Or with Less Debt)

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 15, 2023

No one wants to graduate college under a mountain of student loan debt that needs to be repaid. And as a result, some students are actually forgoing the college experience all together in order to save their future finances. While sometimes it is unavoidable if you want to go to a particular college or study a …

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10 Best Student Checking Accounts

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 14, 2024

Student checking accounts come with a number of features and perks that make it easier for college students to manage their money and build a banking history. These accounts typically have built-in automation tools that help you develop better saving habits, pay bills on time, and avoid overdrafts. You’ll also get access to a debit …

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States that Offer Programs for Free or Reduced Cost Community College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 6, 2023

Did you know that several states offer free or reduced community college tuition to their students? Taking advantage of these programs can be a great way to start your education and save money! Below, we’ve outlined all of the states that currently have programs to make attending community colleges more affordable. States That Offer Free …

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Fresh Start Program: What Students Need to Know

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 30, 2023

The Fresh Start program is a one-time, temporary program introduced by the U.S. Department of Education. The goal is to offer relief for borrowers with defaulted federal student loans after forbearance ends in October 2023. Students who meet certain criteria can sign up for Fresh Start to receive the program’s benefits. This includes restored access …

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State Grants for Oklahoma for College Students

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023

For students planning to go to college in Oklahoma, the state has several different grants and scholarship programs to help make school more affordable. Keep reading to learn more about Oklahoma’s Promise, military scholarships, academic scholarships, and others. Oklahoma State Grants for College Students 1. Oklahoma’s Promise Oklahoma’s Promise is a program dedicated to helping …

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State Grants for Ohio College Students

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023

The state of Ohio has several state grants and financial aid programs available to students who decide to attend college in the state. Below, we’ve detailed some of these awards, how you can apply, and where you can find further information on financial aid programs and attending college in Ohio. Ohio State Grants 1. Choose …

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What Happens to Financial Aid If You Drop a Class?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 18, 2024

If you drop (or withdraw from) a class, your financial aid could be affected. It depends on: The terms of the loan, grant, or scholarship. When you accepted the aid. And how the dropped class affects your academic progress or enrollment status. To know what happens to financial aid if you drop a class, it …

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Your Guide to Health Insurance for College Students

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 8, 2023

Which college will you choose? How will you decorate your dorm room? Do you live with a pre-selected roommate or a friend? Should you get an apartment or live on campus? There are so many things for students to consider when preparing to go to college… including health insurance.  That’s right, setting up your own …

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State Grants for North Dakota

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on August 7, 2023

Are you thinking about staying in your home state of North Dakota and attending college? The state offers a few different financial aid programs to help its students afford the cost of higher education. We outlined a few of them below, plus provided links to additional resources and information about these programs. North Dakota State …