ACT & SAT

What is the Difference Between the ACT and SAT?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 20, 2023

The ACT and SAT are standardized tests that colleges use to assess how prepared a student is to take college-level courses. Taking the ACT and/or the SAT can increase your chances of getting into the college of your choice. The major differences between the ACT and SAT are in the science section (SAT doesn’t have …

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How To Discharge A Federal Student Loan

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 25, 2025

When you take out federal student loans, your debt does not go away until you have the paid off all loans in their entirety. If you are struggling to make your monthly payments, there are forbearance and deferment programs available that help defer the payments for up to three years but at the end of …

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What is Wage Garnishment in Regards to Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 6, 2025

While going over student loan repayment terms and details, you may have come across the term ‘wage garnishment’ among them. But what exactly is wage garnishment? What is Wage Garnishment? Wage garnishment occurs when you’ve taken out a federal student loan and have not begun to pay it back upon gainful employment. When this happens, …

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Scholarships For Humanities Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Humanities is the study of different cultures across different time periods. Humanities programs typically include courses in Philosophy, Fine Arts, English, Foreign Language, History, Social Science, and Literature, all of which help students gain a better appreciation and understanding of the diversity of human culture. Armed with a degree in Humanities, you can go on …

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Tips To Structuring Your First Year College Classes

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 1, 2025

Your first year at college can be daunting and a little confusing as you try to grapple with harder classes and new schedules. One of the many things you will have to learn is how to structure and schedule your classes. Cramming too many courses into a single day or taking only morning classes when …

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How Early Should I Begin Studying For The ACT / SAT?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

When it comes to ACT / SAT prep, there is no one answer as to when you should start studying. It depends on your studying style and the amount of time you can afford to allot every day or every week towards the ACT/SAT prep. Marathon vs. Sprint Studying You definitely do not want to …

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How to Write a Good Resume in 14 Steps

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 11, 2024

Key Takeaway By definition, a resume is a summary of your professional, educational, and sometimes even personal experiences that showcase your abilities to a potential employer. To write a strong resume, make sure to include your contact information, customize it for the specific job, quantify your achievements, simplify jargon, highlight any educational awards, include relevant …

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Scholarships For Cosmetology Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

The field of cosmetology has grown tremendously over the past few years. With advancements in technology making cosmetic procedures more effective, safer and even more affordable than ever before, people are less hesitant about undergoing various types of beauty treatments. This means there is a growing demand for qualified cosmetologists. If this is a field …

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10 Habits To Start The High School Year Off Right

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Whether you are a freshman or a senior who is already counting down the days until graduation, the beginning of the school year can be hectic, but you want to start off on the right foot! We’ve compiled 10 good habits to help you start your high school year off right. Get Enough Sleep Bragging …