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College Raptor Chosen for Small Business of the Month Award

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Written by America’s SBDC Iowa AMES, Iowa – America’s SBDC Iowa (SBDC) is pleased to announce that College Raptor, of Iowa City, is the winner of the organization’s statewide October Small Business of the Month Award. College Raptor and SBDC In 2015, William Staib launched College Raptor, an online tool that helps families find the …
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financial aid

What You Need To Know About the FAFSA Renewal Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 6, 2024
You need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to be eligible for federal student loans, state grants, institutional giant aid, federal grants, and more. Previously, FAFSA offered a renewal process to save time during subsequent years. However, with major updates in 2023, it’s currently not possible to simply renew …
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scholarship search & applications

Scholarship Essay Tips That Will Boost Your Odds of Winning

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 3, 2025
Key takeaways: Scholarship essays provide an opportunity to showcase your individuality and personal story beyond academic achievements. Carefully reading and following all instructions, including formatting and word count, is important to meet application requirements. Organize your thoughts before writing to create a focused, authentic, and compelling essay. Scholarship committees almost always ask applicants to submit …
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careers & internships

Career Advice For Students in College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The best time to start planning for your career is while you’re still in college. This is a time when you’re surrounded by a wide assortment of useful resources that you can tap into. You also have easy access to experienced career advisors who will steer you towards making more informed decisions about a prospective …
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college applications

What Is A Good GPA in High School?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 10, 2025
As a high school student applying for college, you’ll hear a lot about the importance of cumulative GPA for college admissions. You may know that GPA is essentially a snapshot of your academic performance, but do you know what a good cumulative GPA looks like and exactly how it impacts your college application? Before discussing …
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majors & industries

How To Explore Careers During Your College Years

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Taking time to explore potential careers is a crucial step towards finding a career that’s right for you. You’ll get valuable insight into the pros and cons of various job options allowing you to make a more informed decision. Here is how to explore careers during your college years! Attend On-Campus Career Fairs Attending career …
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careers & internships

What Can You Do At College Career Centers?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
College career centers are the single best resource that students can go to for any type of career-related assistance. Almost all colleges and universities have career services offices on campus. These centers offer a range of services to help students meet their career goals. Make time to visit your school’s career services office. Whether you …
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financial aid

Can I Edit The FAFSA After I Submit It?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 24, 2025
Key Takeaways: You can edit your FAFSA by logging into your account at StudentAid.gov and navigating to “Start Your Correction.” Visit “Settings” to update contact and personal information. If you’re facing recent extraordinary financial circumstances, contact your school’s financial aid department. Yes, in most cases, you can edit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid …

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