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10 Scholarships for Students in the Military

Military scholarships aim to show appreciation and give back to the brave men and women who fight for the country. Several military-dependent scholarships extend financial aid to the spouses and children of service men and women. Most military scholarships require supporting documentation to show that the applicant meets the strict eligibility requirements. Several organizations offer …
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Making the Most of Your Summer: A Reading List

Summer break is here and that allows you to take your time and choose books that you enjoy. What would you read if you had the chance? Fiction? Non-fiction? Self-help? As usual, College Raptor is here to help! Here are our suggestions for your summer reading list. Before we get to your summer reading lists, …
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Making the Most of Your Summer: A To-Do List

Now that school is over, you’re probably wondering what you’re going to do with all this newly-found free time. You’re wondering what to do in a time that doesn’t demand reading assignments, essays, or studying for exams until you can’t see straight. College Raptor is here to lend you a hand in deciding what this …
You may not think you have enough time, but you do
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How To Make the Most of Your Time: 8 Effective Techniques

Key Takeaway Effective time management is crucial for balancing academic, social, and personal commitments in college. By implementing techniques like using planners, time blocking, and the Pomodoro method, you can increase productivity, reduce stress, and achieve better outcomes. Prioritizing tasks, creating a structured schedule, and taking breaks are essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. …
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10 Poetry Scholarships For Students: Win Money To Write & Recite

For students with a passion for poetry, scholarships offer an incredible opportunity to pursue their creative dreams while earning free money* for college. Many organizations and institutions offer generous scholarships that celebrate the power of self-expression through poetry. If you love penning your thoughts down in the form of poems, your passion can open the …
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A Guide to Scholarships for Transfer Students

Key Takeaway Scholarships for transfer students are free money that can lower your financial stress and help you avoid student loans. Plus, there’s no limit to how many you can apply to (as long as you qualify!). To find scholarships you’re eligible for, use tools like College Raptor’s Scholarship Search and talk to your financial …
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10 Tips on How to Write a Killer Personal Statement

Key Takeaway A personal statement is your opportunity to share more personally about yourself with a college, program, or employer. To get you started, we’ve put together 10 tips to help you write an amazing personal statement: follow instructions, talk to others, outline your ideas, stay positive, show—don’t tell, address inconsistencies, know your audience, connect …

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