2018 university rankings

Top 25 Liberal Arts College Rankings in 2018

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Liberal Arts and Sciences colleges focus on the creation of well-rounded individuals. They aim to impart a broad general knowledge and develop general intellectual capacities, in contrast to a professional, vocational, or technical curriculum. Many of the country’s top colleges are Liberal Arts and Sciences institutions. Here are the Top 25 Best Liberal Arts List of Colleges in …

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Top 25 Best Public College Rankings in 2018

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Public colleges and universities are plentiful in the United States. They receive funding from the government, and every state has at least one public school. We’ve put together a list of the top 25 public university rankings from around the United States.   Descending Public College Rankings 25. Georgia Institute of Technology–Main Campus Location: Atlanta, …

2018 university rankings

Top 25 List of Best Private Colleges: 2018 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many of the most prestigious universities in the country are private universities. Private schools, unlike public schools that are funded by state and local governments, are usually funded by tuition, fees, or other private sources. Many students feel that private schools will prove to be too costly for what they and their families can afford. …

2018 university rankings

Top 25 Best Colleges in the Midwest – 2018 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

America’s heartland has a lot to offer: friendly people, prosperous industries, and a host of amazing colleges. Despite being labeled as “fly-over states” the Midwest is home to a number of prominent academic institutions. Here’s our list for the best colleges in the Midwest. For the purposes of the list, we’ve included the following states: IA, …

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Top 25 Best Research Colleges | 2018 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 21, 2024

These colleges and universities are examples of academia at its finest. While many of these research-heavy institutions have outstanding undergraduate programs, a great emphasis is put on their graduate and doctoral programs. At research universities, students can earn their PhDs and go out into the world to change it. So we’ve come up with a …

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6 In-Demand Career Options For Students With a Sociology Degree

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Sociology is diverse and covers topics that range from social causes and consequences, to the complex relationships between the group and the individual. Students of sociology graduate with a comprehensive understanding of sociological issues and how to develop potential solutions and improvements for the betterment of society. A degree in sociology qualifies you to pursue …

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What Is an Extended Repayment Plan?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 14, 2024

The Federal government gives Federal student loan borrowers several different repayment options to make it easier for them to pay back their loans. One such option is the extended repayment plan. This plan allows borrowers to make lower payments every month by extending the tenure of the loan from the standard plan of 10 years …

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Can I Change My Student Loan Servicer?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 24, 2025

First off, we should define what a servicer is. Many people use the terms servicer and lender interchangeably, but a servicer helps you manage the loan, while a lender is the one who gives you the loan and sets the terms. With that in mind, can you change your student loan servicer? What if your …

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Learn the Difference Between a Degree in Accounting and Finance

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 12, 2024

Although accounting and finance degrees both focus on handling money, they prepare you for different career paths. A degree in finance prepares you for a career that involves analyzing spending, fund distribution and, investing. A degree in accounting prepares you for a career that focuses on monitoring and assessing a company’s finances. Accounting and finance …