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Types of Academic Calendars

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Types of academic calendars can vary depending on your university and the program you are enrolled in. There are many benefits for colleges to have different calendar systems since there are so many students who want to attend. Not every student will need a traditional school schedule so it’s important for colleges to cater to …

NEWS RELEASE: College Raptor Releases 2023 ‘Hidden Gem’ Colleges

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Iowa City, IA (Sept. 28, 2022) – College Raptor, the most accurate and comprehensive college search site, released its “2023 Hidden Gem College” rankings. In its 8th year, the rankings put a spotlight on amazing colleges and universities, one in each state and Washington D.C., that students may not know about but certainly deserve consideration. …
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College Trends: Distance Learning

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Distance learning was already increasing in popularity before the pandemic. After the pandemic, it has become one of the fastest-growing college trends. There are several reasons for this huge surge in popularity of distance learning. But first, it helps to understand exactly what is distance learning. What Is Distance Learning? Distance learning refers to the …
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Hidden Gem Colleges in the US | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
The best treasures are worth looking for and may even be hidden right beneath your nose. That’s true for colleges as well. With our 2023 Hidden Gem Colleges, we highlight colleges and universities that students may not have heard of before. These are all amazing schools and are worth exploring for academic, financial, and social …
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Most Affordable Hidden Gem Colleges for the Middle Class | 2023 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
It’s no secret that college can be expensive. But that doesn’t mean “not affordable.” This year, College Raptor wanted to highlight some hidden gem colleges that are most affordable for the middle class. We rank the most affordable colleges based on the estimated net price at each institution for a “typical” middle-class family. We defined …

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