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Should I Consolidate ALL Of My Student Loans?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 6, 2025
By the time you graduate, you probably have taken multiple loans. This can make the monthly payments quite overwhelming as you have to keep track of different amounts to be paid back over different dates every single month. This is where the option to consolidate multiple student loans into one can come as a huge …
questions & answers

Do colleges look at your social media?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 10, 2026
Key takeaways Colleges may check your social media to learn more about your abilities, interests, and how you spend your time to get a fuller picture of who you are. One survey showed that 28% of admissions officers look at applicants’ social media when reviewing applications, while 33% believe it’s an invasion of privacy. Before …
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tips tools & advice

How Your College Academic Advisor Can Help You

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 4, 2025
Key takeaways: College academic advisors help students navigate course options and graduation requirements. They can also assist with declaring majors, substituting classes, and understanding academic policies and resources. Students should meet with their advisors at least once a year to discuss grades, career goals, and more. College academic advisors directly help students make the most …
ACT and SAT questions aren't actually ordered by difficulty.
myths

Myth: ACT/ SAT Questions Are Arranged by Difficulty

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
With many tests, questions are generally ordered from easiest to most difficult. It’s easy to make the assumption that the ACT and SAT questions would be similar, but that’s not necessarily the case with these entrance exams. Randomized Questions For the most part, the ACT and SAT questions fall into a randomized level of difficulty. …
Talk to your freshman roommate before college starts.
student life

Freshman roommate go-to guide: benefits, how to find one, and must-have conversations

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 8, 2026
Key takeaways Having a roommate in college can offer companionship, meaningful connections, shared experiences, and opportunities for personal growth. When choosing a roommate, you may live with someone you already know, be randomly assigned, or use matching platforms like Facebook, RoomSurf, RoomSync, or StarRez. To set yourself up for a successful year together, take time …

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