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Celebrating fall.
student life

Celebrating Thanksgiving With International Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 20, 2023
Thanksgiving is a special holiday in the United States. It’s a time when friends and family gather to share a delicious meal and give thanks for all the good things in their lives. So how do you go about celebrating Thanksgiving with international students who might not be familiar with this American tradition? They should …
Friends celebrating Friendsgiving.
student life

Friendsgiving Celebration Ideas for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 20, 2023
The holiday season is full of fun celebrations and times to be festive. With Halloween coming to a close, Thanksgiving close behind it, and then winter break soon after that, it’s a packed season. But there is one other holiday missing from this list, and that’s Friendsgiving. Friendsgiving is a time to be thankful and …
federal student aid
questions & answers

You Picked the Wrong College, Now What?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on November 6, 2023
What to do if you picked the wrong college: Ask yourself the hard questions. Talk to your college advisor. Consider your options. Choosing a college is a major decision for several reasons. For one thing, it’s a huge investment of time and money and you want to make sure the investment is worth it. Moreover, …
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tips tools & advice

7 Important Problem Solving Skills

By College Raptor StaffPublished on November 6, 2023
Critical thinking, research, creativity, analytical skills, communication skills, decision-making skills, and adaptability are the 7 most important problem-solving skills you need to succeed personally and professionally.   You’ll likely hear the term ‘problem-solving skills’ tossed around when it comes to acing your college applications or crafting an impressive resume. But what exactly does the term mean …
Student frustrated with confusing offer letter
financial aid

Top 3 Places People Get Stuck On FAFSA

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 1, 2023
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an application that all college students must submit to qualify for different types of federal student aid. The FAFSA form, while extremely important, is known to have some complexities. We hope to clear some of those questions up here. Your CSS Profile is Not the Same …
College students walking in front of a Harvard Law School building.
majors & industries

Best Colleges to Study for Law

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 20, 2023
Lawyers are entrusted with upholding the law of the country and safeguarding their clients’ legal rights. This can be tremendously satisfying. In addition to job satisfaction comes knowing that you’re helping other people. A career in law also has a high earning potential and of course a fair amount of schooling. If you are exploring …