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5 Scholarships For International Business Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The tremendous opportunities available in International Business make this a highly sought-after major. It is also a rather challenging course and worrying over how much you need to borrow to enroll in an International Business program can be stressful and distracting. Getting scholarships can help ease the financial burden leaving you free to focus on …
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Why Do Some Merit Scholarships Require the FAFSA to be Filed?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The FAFSA is a form that determines your financial need, allowing you to be eligible for federal financial aid. However, you may come across some merit-based scholarships—awards based on talent, academics, hobbies, ethnicity, etc—still require you to file the FAFSA. Why? Limited Financial Aid Available If you’re applying for merit aid, why would you also …
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Bad Advice When It Comes To Selecting A College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
While there is plenty of good advice out there that can help you with selecting a college that’s right for you, you will probably stumble upon some bad advice that can throw you off track. If you come across any of the advice listed below, do yourself a favor and ignore it. You should give …
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Pros And Cons Of Attending State Colleges

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Private vs. public colleges is an age-old debate. State colleges may be different from private colleges in several aspects but the fact is neither one of them is necessarily better or worse than the other. The right choice for you will depend on your unique circumstances and what you are looking for. Understanding the pros …
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Does A Low Acceptance Rate Mean A School Is Better?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Is a low acceptance rate good? A low acceptance rate does not automatically mean a school is better. Despite the hype surrounding the acceptance rate, here’s the truth. It does not really tell you much about the quality of education you will receive at a particular school. It’s a measure of its exclusivity, not necessarily …
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Pros And Cons Of Attending Private Colleges

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
You know private colleges are quite different from state schools but how do you decide which one is the better choice for you? Each one has its own merits and downsides that make them a good fit for some students but not so good a fit for others. Understanding the pros and cons of going …
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Myth: Scholarship Competition Is So Intense I’ll Never Win Anything

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s hardly surprising that there is competition for scholarships. If you prioritize your financial aid, it is free money after all! A lot of students apply for scholarships to fund their college costs. Unfortunately the thought of competing with hundreds of other applicants acts as a deterrent to many students who decide it just not …