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careers & internships

What You Can Do This Summer To Explore Careers

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Undecided about what career you want to pursue? You’re not alone. Many students struggle to zero in on that one career that is a best fit for them. Spending some time exploring possible careers can help you avoid this predicament. Here are four things you can do this summer to explore careers. Get Some Work …
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college admissions

What You Need To Know About College Waitlists

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Getting waitlisted by a college can be stressful. It can leave you in a state of limbo, not knowing whether you will eventually be accepted or not. This makes it difficult for you to take a definite decision on your other offers. It can be particularly stressful if you are waitlisted by your first-choice college. …
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ACT & SAT

More And More Colleges Dropping ACT / SAT Requirements

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
For years, the ACT and SAT requirements have been an integral part of the college application process. For most students preparing for and taking these standardized tests was the most stressful part of applying to college. The coronavirus pandemic has changed all that. Granted, there was a growing trend of colleges dropping ACT/SAT requirements prior …
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student loans

6 Important Pieces of Student Loan Refinance Advice

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Student loan refinancing offers several benefits. When you refinance, you exchange your old high-interest student loans for a new loan with all new terms. You could get lower interest rates, lower monthly payments, or different terms depending on what your goals are. The key to enjoying the benefits of student loan refinance advice is to …
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financial aid

How COVID Affects Work Study Jobs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and the stay-at-home orders, colleges across the U.S. have shut down their campuses. Faculty are conducting virtual classes from their own homes. These total campus shut-downs are preventing students from performing their work study jobs and getting paid. Many students depend on this additional income to help them …
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college admissions

Should Your Student Defer Enrollment to College A Year Due To COVID?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The rise of the coronavirus and social distancing practices have greatly altered everyday life. Additionally, it’s throwing the future school year in jeopardy too. With so many unknowns, many colleges are asking big questions: Should they go ahead with in-person learning? Explore online classes as a safer alternative? Defer enrollment a year? Regardless of method, …
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financial advice & planning

Who Gets the COVID-19 Stimulus Check – Dependent or Independent Students?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The economic fallout from COVID-19 has been jarring. It jeopardizes the finances of families and businesses across America. Among those the changes hit hardest are college students. Which is where a stimulus check could come in handy. However, the rules are different for independent vs. dependent students. Here’s what you need to know. Colleges Blindsided …

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