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The Most Dangerous Thing You Can Do With Student Loans: Ignore Them

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

You know the phrase “out of sight, out of mind?” That should not apply to your student loans. It’s not something you can shove to the sidelines and “deal with later.” America is in the midst of a student loan crisis. Unless you want to become part of the statistic, you should come up with …

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8 Items Every Student Should Keep In Their Health Kit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Being sick is never fun, especially when you are away from home. Whether it’s a cold, the flu, or something unexpected like a stomach virus when you’re sick in college it can leave you feeling miserable. Sure, there’s the campus health center, but they can’t stay open 24/7 and you probably shouldn’t risk trying to …

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Can You Make More Than One Student Loan Repayment a Month?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Student loan debt can feel overwhelming. When you start repaying, those monthly bills can be frustrating. Depending on your lifestyle and your financial goals, there are two main ways you can handle your student loan debt (beyond a standard option). Maker smaller monthly payments. Or make two student loan repayment sums in a month and …

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College Necessities: 5 Fix-It Items for Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Some things just break down at the worst times. While you’re studying for the upcoming exams. When you’re walking across campus for class. Maybe while you’re decorating for Homecoming. Sometimes the repair really can’t wait until you can get the time to properly fix it, or take it to someone who can fix it for …

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7 Fun & Practical Gifts for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Whether your roommate has a birthday coming up or you want to get something special for your sorority sister or fraternity brother during rush season, we’ve found some of the fun (and practical!) gifts for college students that you’re sure to love. Knock Knock Note Pads, Crap To Do Does your friend keep making to-do …

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Should I Do Another College Visit for the Same School?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Visiting a college campus is a critical part of the college selection process. You can’t truly get a feel for a place without visiting there yourself. It’s an ideal way to experience the campus, the dorms, the classrooms, the students, and faculty. A website can only tell you so much. But if you’ve toured the …

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How Do I Prevent Student Loan Default?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 25, 2025

You know what happens if you default on your student loans—your credit history takes a hit. This can have serious consequences on your future financial prospects. Lenders are reluctant to approve loans to defaulters and even if they do, they will charge you premium interest rates. This is not a scenario that anyone wants to …

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Sleep Tips: 7 Things You Need for a Good Night’s Rest in College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Sleep is a rare and precious thing in college. Between snoring roommates, all-nighters, and general weird schedules, you may have more trouble than usual getting a good night’s rest. We’ve scoured the web to find some of the best sleep tips and aids available so you won’t have to take midterms and finals sleep-deprived. Alaska …

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Private vs Federal Student Loans: Which You Should Pick First

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 25, 2025

College usually costs a lot of money. Many students end up taking out loans for college. When it comes to student loans, there are two main types: federal and private. Federal loans, as the name implies, comes from the federal government. Private loans are funded by lending companies like Sallie Mae or Credible. So private …