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How to Write an Essay Introduction

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 14, 2024
When it comes to telling a story, the beginning is an important part. Whether it’s the opening scene of a movie or the first chapter of a book, beginnings need to be interesting to get people’s attention. The same is true when it comes to writing an essay. This is especially true if you are …
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7 Great Biology Research Topics

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Biology research covers the study of the origin, development, evolution, anatomy and physiology of all living organisms and their environment. This includes plants, animals, human beings, and the environment. If this is a field you’re interested in, you’ll find a vast array of biology research topics that you can choose from. The biggest challenge? Identifying …
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majors & industries

8 Easy Degrees That Pay Well

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 8, 2025
Whether you’re exploring your strengths or looking for a more flexible college and career path, you might be interested in learning about easy bachelor’s degrees and what they pay after graduation. Good news: there are easy degrees that lead to solid careers. While calling a major “easy” is subjective, the eight majors below are generally …
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5 Must-Listen-to Podcasts for Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
College is a time for growth, change, and finding yourself. Every single student struggles in diverse ways with different things. Enter, podcasts! There are a bazillion podcasts out there. Not only are podcasts great for entertainment value, but they can also be helpful in addressing and offering perspective with the different struggles we all deal with.  Whether …
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Best Way to Learn Python

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
As technology takes the world by storm, it’s important to be well-versed in the tech language. Programs like Python are super popular and a great way to break into the tech world. To learn Python, you can take courses or do it on your own with free resources. When you take courses, you’ll be able …
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careers & internships

7 Great Jobs For Former Teachers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Being a teacher can be a rewarding job, but it may not be the right one for everyone. Whether you’re leaving your teaching job because of location, hours, or pay, there are amazing careers and jobs for former teachers out there for you to succeed in. An education degree may be holding some teachers back …
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How to Check Your FAFSA Status

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Once you submit your FAFSA application, you may be tempted to check its status frequently. Here’s how to quickly check your application status online.  Log in to your FAFSA account Click the My FAFSA page See your current application status Now that you know the quick and easy steps on how to check your FAFSA …

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