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4 More Scholarships for African American Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Your heritage, ethnicity, and race are an integral part of what makes you unique. Organizations and universities around the country recognize this uniqueness by providing financial assistance to help students from different cultures and ethnicities reach their educational goals. Numerous universities and private organizations committed to the advancement of African Americans in higher education offer …
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Are Student Loans Tax Deductible?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s one of many questions that parents and students have on their mind—are student loans tax deductible? The answer is yes you can, under certain circumstances. Parents can claim a deduction of income of up to $2,500 if they are repaying interest on student loans on either their own or their children’s behalf. This means …
Here's what NOT to do on a college application.
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What NOT To Do In Your College Application

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are certain things that are sure to get your application rejected. Here’s a list of things of what NOT to do on your college application. Send in Gifts While you might be doing this as a way to show your appreciation, sending in gifts along with your application may be misconstrued as a form …
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Scholarships For Students Interested In Social Work

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The field of social work is a challenging one that requires students to earn at least a Bachelor’s degree, and sometimes a Master’s degree, or even a Ph.D. to be eligible for most jobs. Obviously, this includes a sizeable amount of tuition as well, making it difficult for most students to manage their finances. Funding …
Don't forget to send some thank you notes
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Why You Should Send Thank You Notes During The College App Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Applying to college is not a solitary endeavor. Although you will be the main person putting everything together, the process inevitably several other people—a mentor who writes your recommendation letters, the counselor who advises you regarding various courses and colleges, the college admissions team who conduct your interviews, a professor you meet while visiting, and …