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ACT & SAT

How To Earn The Highest SAT Score You Can

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 31, 2025
Key Takeaways: The highest possible SAT score you can earn is 1600. Only 7% of test takers earned higher than 1400 in 2025 – the average score was 1028. Getting the highest SAT score you can require you to study, take practice tests, and understand the exam inside and out. The highest possible SAT score …
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student life

5 Phone Stands For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
  Ever wondered how you’d manage without your cell phone? Cell phones are a must-have device for everybody these days. And as a college student, you’ll be glad you have one with you especially on those days when you are feeling homesick and want to hear the familiar voices of family and friends from back …
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student life

7 Bike Accessories for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
  Do you love the convenience and ease of biking to and from campus? Or do you simply enjoy riding your bike on-campus as a good form of exercise and stress release? Whatever the reason, if you are a fan of cycling, these bike accessories will add additional safety, comfort, and convenience to your rides. …
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student life

5 Interesting Gifts for Science Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
  From biology, to chemistry, to mechanical engineering, to physics and more, science is a broad and fascinating field. Science majors are the unsung heroes of college. No matter their specific field or focus, these 5 items make great gifts for the science majors in your life. Show your favorite future scientist some love with one …
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student life

7 Desk Accessories and Toys For Your Dorm Room

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
  Sometimes all you need to make a dorm room feel more like your room is a touch of whimsy and color. We’ve found 7 cool desk accessories and toys to add a personal touch to your dorm. They can brighten your mood and provide some practicality along the way. Elephant Pencil Holder by COOLBROS …
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college search

How Much Do College Ratings Actually Matter?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Most high school students will take a look at college ratings when working on their shortlist of colleges to apply to. Admittedly, finding your preferred colleges features high on the college ratings list can be quite a relief. It feels like some sort of endorsement – if a college is highly rated it must be …
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student life

The 10 Best College Movies for Your Next Movie Night

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 4, 2025
Key Takeaway Grab the snacks, the drinks, and get comfy. We’ve got your lineup for your next college movie night: Good Will Hunting (1997) – Hulu Legally Blonde (2001) – Peacock Pitch Perfect (2012) – Amazon Prime, Apple TV+ The Social Network (2010) – Amazon Prime Monsters University (2013) – Disney+ Sydney White (2007) – …

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