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FAQs About College Orientation

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
College orientation is essentially your introduction to college life. At your college orientation you will get to meet other students, familiarize yourself with the campus, and ease the transition from the high school to college. What happens at college orientation? Every college may structure orientation differently but essentially the day is organized in a way …
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How To Get A Private Student Loan

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Though private student loans are considered a last resort, since they are more expensive than federal student loans, it is good to know you have this option if your financial aid package not enough to cover all your college expenses. Here’s how to get a private student loan: Start By Doing Exhaustive Research On Private …
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Scholarships for Theatre Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.”  Any theatre-lover will recognize these famous words from the Bard himself. The history of theatre is a long and illustrious one, and today the tradition is still strong. Theatre tends to draw passionate people to it, and fortunately, there are many scholarships …
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Qualifying For Student Loan Refinancing

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many people turn to student loan refinancing to lower their loan interest rates. However, student borrowers do not get automatically approved for refinancing. Student loan refinancing is only offered by private lenders and they require borrowers to meet certain requirements in order to qualify for refi. Although lenders vary in their specific criteria for approving …
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A Breakdown of Graduate School Exams

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 30, 2023
Just like you had to take the SAT or ACT in order to apply to undergrad school, you will have to take a graduate school exam if you are planning on attending graduate school. Which test you take will depend on the program you are applying to. However, you will likely have to take at …
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Scholarships for Swimmers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you are a competitive swimmer and plan on continuing with your favorite sport while you are in college, it’s nice to know that you can get some financial aid to help fund your tuition. Nearly all swimming scholarships are school-specific, though there are a few national opportunities.  Here are some great examples: NCAA Divisions …
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Scholarships For Advertising Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Advertising is one of those few fields where newcomers are valued as highly as experienced professionals. Talented newcomers are often employed by organizations, enterprises, and companies to spearhead their advertising campaigns keeping in mind the latest trends. This ensures that they stay ahead of the game at all times. If you are passionate about advertising …
Is it a good idea to refinance your federal student loans with a private lender?
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Should You Refinance Federal Loans With A Private Lender?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The main reason borrowers choose to refinance their loan option is to negotiate new terms with the refinanced loan. Some borrowers choose to refinance to take advantage of current lower interest rates. Others may choose this option because are struggling with their existing loans and looking for a way to lower their monthly payments. Refinancing …
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Why Students Should Take Charge of Their Student Loan Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
When reaching the topic of finances, many students find it easy to assume that their parents will mainly be funding their education. However, students taking financial responsibility is vital to becoming an independent adult. In the case of loans, taking on student loans is a huge responsibility. Major decisions wait to be made at every …

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