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student life

5 Great Umbrellas For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 15, 2026
  Whether it’s a light drizzle or a downpour, no one wants to be caught outside in the rain. Especially when you are a college student hauling across campus. Books, laptops, and notes will get soggy very fast if you have to walk to class in the rain. Ever tried protecting your bulky backpack under …
8 cleaning supplies perfect for college students and dorm rooms
student life

8 Cleaning Supplies For Your Dorm Room Kit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
A clean room is a happy room. No seriously, studies show that well-kept rooms reduce stress–and college students need all the stress reduction they can get! Luckily there are some cleaning supplies that can make the job quick, easy, and effective. Here are 8 items you’ll definitely want to pack in your dorm room kit. …
candle alternatives
student life

5 Candle Alternatives For Dorm Living

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 15, 2026
Love candles? Sad you can’t have one in your dorm? Most dorms won’t allow candles at the risk of being a fire hazard. For those of us who simply must have a scented candle or some kind of aromatherapy, we’ve found some candle alternatives. LED Lytes Multicolored Flameless Candles (Set of 3) When is a …
Here's how to find local scholarships -- start with your high school
scholarship search & applications

How To Find Local Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Scholarships are the best way to pay for college. It’s a good idea to spend a few hours every week to search and apply for scholarship opportunities. You can find thousands of scholarships offered by large and small businesses, non-profit organizations, religious groups, schools, and also even individuals. There are national level and even local …
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student life

College Apartment Essentials: 9 Kitchen Items

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
Setting up your own home or apartment can be challenging when you’re a college student. But one set of college apartment essentials you’ll need are kitchen supplies. It’s important to have a good nutritious meal at the end of the day. We’ve found 9 pieces of starter kitchen equipment that are perfect for college students. …
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ACT & SAT

Why You Should Memorize SAT Exam Math Formulas

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
For many students, the math section is the most dreaded part of the SAT exam. The fact that the math formulas are provided on the test paper offers some degree of relief and hopefully one less thing to worry about during test prep. Before you rejoice at the news. You should know that it’s strongly …

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