Katelyn McAdam

Katelyn is a Master’s student in School Counseling. She is currently in her final year of internship, working with high schoolers, and assisting them with their college searches. She brings a unique perspective on real-world college search questions and hopes to answer those questions for more students through College Raptor.
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7 Tips on How to Write A Killer Personal Statement

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
For some reason, it’s challenging to write (or talk) about yourself. Think about that for a minute. One of the most common scholarship interview questions is “What are your strengths?” As I was thinking about how I would answer that, at this exact moment, what popped into my head was, “Umm well, when I was …
Congratulations! You got in! Now what?
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You Got In! Now What?

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
Congrats! The envelope you’ve been waiting for came in the mail, and the letter said exactly what you’d hoped. You got in! You might have spent months or weeks crafting the perfect personal statement to set you apart from other applicants. You waited, hoped, and dreamed that this day would come, and it finally has! Everyone has been …
Should you use the Universal College Application?
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Universal College Application (UCA): Should You Use It?

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on January 24, 2023
College applications are a unique beast. Depending on how many schools you’re applying to, your applications could take an afternoon or an entire month (or 3). You have to know all your personal information, list out all of your extracurriculars, select a major, and, of course, write the essay. And since each school has its …
Take advantage of summer while getting your Master's Degree in Education
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4 Ways to Optimize Your Summer While Working on Your M.Ed.

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
Everybody thinks teachers have the easiest job because they get summers off. Those of us in the schools know that this is far from the truth. Yes, teachers have the summer “off”, but that just means they aren’t getting paid, not that they aren’t working. Some teachers use their summer months to rework curriculum, revamp …
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7 Scholarships for Education Majors

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
Getting a degree in education to become a teacher is great until you see your bill. It’s no secret that teachers don’t make top dollar. Digging your way out of student loan debt with a teacher’s salary isn’t easy. That’s why you should try to find as many scholarships for education majors as soon as …
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7 Scholarships for Students in Missouri

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
Searching for scholarships can take a lot of time. Thus, we’re sorting through the billions of dollars worth of award money for you! Here are a few Missouri scholarships you should apply for if you’re a student there: 1. Missouri Mayflower Society Scholarship Amount: Varies Deadline: TBD for 2021 This scholarship is open to high …
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The 10 Best Scholarships for Christian Students

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are many scholarships available through religious organizations. These can come from the colleges themselves, or your local church. The scholarships discussed on this list do not include local-level church scholarships, so be sure to ask your pastor if there are any award opportunities in your area or through your church. 1. Colorado Christian Scripture …
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5 Cheerleading Scholarships to Apply For

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
The age-old debate of whether or not cheerleading should be considered a sport is still in full swing. But good news, many colleges and universities are also starting to give scholarships for cheer. While many cheerleading scholarships won’t cover your entire tuition, any money you don’t have to repay means taking out fewer loans. Here …