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What you should know about Early Decision (ED) applications

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 21, 2026
Key takeaways: Early decision is an application process that is “binding” – accepted students are expected to attend. Students who apply under early decision hear back from the college faster and could have a higher chance of acceptance. However, applicants have less time to complete their applications and can’t compare financial aid offers. Early decision …
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How to Look for Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 12, 2025
Most students find that they need to utilize multiple funding sources to pay for their college tuition. Generally, it’s best to exhaust federal aid, scholarships, then federal student loans. If you still have costs to cover after all of that, it might be time to start looking for private student loans. You have a couple …
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Tips to Stay Organized During the College Application Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 14, 2024
The college application process involves several different components – the transcript, essay, various forms, fees, test scores, letters of recommendation, application apps, potentially a college visit and an interview. For your college application to be successful, all of the individual components must fit together like pieces of jigsaw puzzle. The above is just for one …
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How to Ace the LSAT: 9 Tips for Success

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 29, 2025
Is your LSAT on the horizon? If you dream of becoming a lawyer, it’s essential that you pass the exam. Taking a practice test is a great way to become familiar with the material and questions, but it’s not the only LSAT prep tip that can help you ace the test. Here are nine total …
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Scholarships for Students Who Live in Rural Areas

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 7, 2023
Cities aren’t the only places that could put you in the spotlight. Many homegrown American figures came from small towns and fly-over states. Coming from small town USA doesn’t make your dreams any smaller, or your goals any less desirable. The gateway for many rural folks’ success is enrolling in college. The problem? College is …

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