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student loans

Student Loan Scams: 4 Red Flags

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 18, 2024
With student loan debt soaring into the trillions, an unsolicited e-mail or phone call from a company claiming that they can help forgive and eliminate your student loan debt may seem like a dream come true. But beware—this dream is more likely to turn into a nightmare. Student loan scams are more rampant than you may …
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scholarship search & applications

How Small Scholarships Can Add Up

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Applying for scholarships can be a time-consuming task. You have to first search for opportunities that you qualify for and then put together a customized application that meets all the specifications. When you consider the time and trouble that it takes to put it all together, you may wonder whether it is worth it at …
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questions & answers

Does Your GPA Affect Your Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 5, 2025
The subject of student loans is mired in misconceptions and myths. One thing that many students wonder about is whether or not their GPA affects their student loans. Some students think it does, some think it doesn’t. So what’s the right answer—does GPA affect student loans or not? Let’s take a look at the relation between …
financial aid

6 FAFSA Benefits You Don’t Want to Miss

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 27, 2024
Are you applying to college but have decided not to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? Several surprising reports have stated that many families decide against submitting the application. For many, it’s because they’ve heard that the application is only for students from low-income families – which isn’t true at all. Several …
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college search

4 Things To Do Before You Go On A College Visit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
College visits play an important role in the college short-listing process. Getting a first-hand look and feel of the campus and its facilities can help you make an informed decision about which college fits your personality and academic goals. Making a college visit checklist is the best way to make the most of your campus visits. …

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