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scholarships

Investing in Education: How to Start a Scholarship Fund

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 9, 2025
Key Takeaways Starting a scholarship fund is an impactful way to give back and help students pay for their education. While some scholarships require as little as $500 to get off the ground, others may require $10,000-$25,000 for sustainability. Once you set a budget for your scholarship fund, you’ll need to define your goals and …
scholarships

10 Scholarships with January Deadlines

By College Raptor StaffPublished on December 30, 2024
It’s a new year, and that means fresh goals and new opportunities. Here’s one to add to your list: applying for these scholarships with January deadlines. We’ve got 10 to get you started including: One for those planning to make a difference with a degree in a mental-health-related field. One for students who embody leadership …
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majors & industries

Degrees of Distinction: Standing Out in a Competitive Market

By College Raptor StaffPublished on December 19, 2024
Key Takeaways Competitive degrees are typically programs with strong reputations, high job demand, challenging coursework, or limited openings. Medicine (Pre-Med/BS-MD), Law (JD), Engineering, Business (Undergraduate and MBA), Computer Science (CS) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nursing, The Arts (Music, Theater, Film), Psychology, Economics, Biology, and Communications are all competitive majors because of their academic rigor, popularity, …
questions & answers

The Colleges With the Most 2024 Olympians and Medals

By College Raptor StaffPublished on December 19, 2024
Believe it or not, Olympians are just like the rest of us—minus the stacks of medals and world-class accolades. And yes, many of them go to college! You might be wondering how they manage to juggle intense training schedules, academic demands, social lives, and the occasional need for sleep. Our best answer? They’re Olympians for …
college admissions

Preparing for success: pre-college programs for high school students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 3, 2026
Key takeaways A pre-college program is for high school students and typically takes place before college to give students a chance to grow academically and socially in a college environment. In 2026, you can choose a pre-college program option in subjects like architecture, business, computer science, creative writing, engineering, liberal arts, math, service, multiple discipline …
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college comparisons, college search

A Guide to Online Courses for College Credit

By College Raptor StaffPublished on December 11, 2024
Looking to accelerate college graduation? Hoping to gain a skill while working? Need a bit of flexibility in your academic schedule? Online courses that count for college credit might be just what you need! These classes offer flexibility, affordability, and accessibility. And as technology and cultural norms evolve, online college courses are getting more accessible, …

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