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2024 university rankings

Top 25 Best D3 Colleges in the US (2024)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 1, 2023
Almost all colleges and universities in the United States offer some sort of athletic program. Division III, or D3 is a division of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). These are colleges and universities that do not offer athletic scholarships to their student-athletes.  For students who are interested in participating in sports at a high …
2024 university rankings

Top 25 Best Easier-to-Get-Into Colleges (2024)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 12, 2023
When it comes to applying for colleges, students may feel overwhelmed by the low acceptance rates that some of the best schools have. Even for students with stellar grades, many of these tough-to-get-into colleges can feel like a reach. However, there are plenty of amazing schools that have higher acceptance rates. The 25 best schools …
2024 university rankings

Top 25 Best HBCUs In the US (2024)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 12, 2023
Historically Black colleges and universities, also known as HBCUs, are schools that were originally established to serve the African American community before the Civil Rights Movement. They are still incredibly important for the African American community today as they are beacons of the ongoing fight for equality and progress. Currently, there are 102 HBCUs in …
student loans

Are There No Credit Check Student Loans and Which are the Best?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 25, 2025
Yes, there are no credit check student loans but they are offered only by the federal government and very few private lenders. Generally, the federal government does not conduct credit checks to assess student loan applicants. All students enrolled in accredited educational institutions across America are eligible for federal student loans. Private student loan applications …
questions & answers

How To Upskill Yourself and 6 Reasons You Should

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 21, 2023
Upskilling isn’t just another trendy word that’s being thrown about a lot these days. In today’s rapidly evolving job market, upskilling has become a necessity for anyone seeking personal and professional growth. So what exactly is upskilling and why should you upskill yourself? More importantly, how do you upskill yourself? Here’s what you need to …
ACT & SAT

5 Best SAT and ACT Prep Materials

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 27, 2026
The SAT and ACT exams are constantly on high school students’ minds. Taking one of these standardized tests isn’t always required for the college admissions process, but it’s a great way to get merit-based scholarships. Whether they’re taking it for the first time to get their baseline score or trying to get high SAT scores, …
2024 university rankings

Top 25 Best Large Colleges in the US (2024)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 12, 2023
Big, beautiful campuses, large student populations, lots of clubs and sports, and loads of academic opportunities are all characteristics of this year’s top 25 best large colleges. These powerhouse schools are some of the most well-known in the US and bring tons of benefits for students and faculty alike. For this list, we count large …

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