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college comparisons, student life

25 College for Students Who Love the Outdoors

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 11, 2025
Key Takeaways: Colleges across the U.S. offer plenty of opportunities for students who love outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, and paddle boarding. These colleges also offer academic degrees in environmental and earth sciences, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to combine their love of nature with their education and potential career paths. We highlight 25 notable colleges for …
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college admissions, college applications

Lowest Admission Rate College + Application Tips For Success  

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 4, 2025
Key Takeaways: A college’s admission (or acceptance) rate refers to the percentage of admitted students in relation to the number of students that applied for that year’s application cycle. The lowest admission rate currently in the US is CalTech followed closely by Harvard University–both with acceptances rates just above 3%. To get ahead of the …
tips tools & advice

The 12 Best College AI Tools

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 6, 2025
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days—and it’s especially helpful for college students who are looking for ways to learn, research, and stay productive. From virtual tutors to plagiarism checkers and study aids, there’s practically a tool for everything. If you’re looking for your next AI tool to help you with your college workload, we’ve …
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online colleges

Applying to an Online College: A Complete Guide

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 24, 2025
Applying to an online college is a practical solution for busy adults, parents, and anyone looking for a flexible school schedule. These programs let you balance classes with work or family without putting your plans on hold. Here’s what you need to know about choosing and applying to an online college. Types of Online College …
careers & internships

Your Guide to High School Internships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 25, 2025
 Key Takeaway High school internships help you get real-world experience in a career you’re curious about. Internships can be in-person, remote, paid, or unpaid. You can have one over the summer or during the school year. An internship can help you learn new skills, explore careers, and network. Internships look good on college applications and …
teen saving money tips
financial advice & planning

8 Money Tips for High School Students

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 18, 2025
Key Takeaway Learning ways to be responsible for your own money while still in high school is crucial because it helps you build strong habits early and gives you more financial freedom. Below, we are diving into eight smart money tips to help you start managing what you have now: Explore Part-Time Jobs or Side …

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