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Scholarships For Students Interested In Illustration

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Talented illustrators are in huge demand in several different fields, from advertising, merchandising, and multimedia to fashion, publishing, editorial, and corporate work. If you prefer a scientific field, you could pursue a career in medical, technical, or scientific illustration. Completing a 4-year full-time college education in illustration will give you the best chance of gaining …
Your college application essay doesn't have to be about your life story.
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Myth: Your Application Essay Should Tell Your Life Story

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The application essay is an important element of your college application, and many students agonize over what their topic should be. Since the essay portion is your chance to show the potential college who you are, many students want to write out their life story on the page. Here’s why you should avoid doing that. …
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5 Scholarships For Students With Autism / Aspergers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 30, 2023
Scholarships for autistic students aim to make it easier for students diagnosed with autism or Asperger’s to achieve their post-secondary goals. Several organizations have established generous autism college scholarships to offset the cost of college for autistic students. We’ve put together 5 scholarships for students with autism or Asperger’s. Some autism college scholarships are also …
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5 Scholarships For Athletes

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 12, 2025
Athletic scholarships are some of the most competitive scholarships out there, with some of the top athletes in every field hoping to get college funding. The good news is, there are plenty of athletic scholarships that you can apply for, whether you are a baseball, football, or basketball player or your strength lies in swimming, …
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The Pros and Cons of 2+2 College Programs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
2 plus 2 college programs involve splitting up your four college years between community college and a public or private college or university. You spend the first two years in a community college and then transfer to a public or private college where you complete your next two years. There are several compelling reasons why …

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