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Exploring the Different Types of College Degrees

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 25, 2025

Key Takeaways While there are many different kinds of college degrees in the big world of academia, you can categorize them into four different types: associate’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctorate or professional degrees. Associate’s degrees are two-year degrees that serve two purposes: to prepare students to transfer to a four-year school or …

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6 More Dream Jobs You Never Knew Existed (and How to Get Them!)

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Every kid has a dream job. Many times they want to be a firefighter, or a veterinarian, or a teacher: If it’s in the public eye, you can bet that some child will name it. But there are so many other interesting—and sometimes unorthodox—jobs out there. Even you might not have thought about them. We …

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Myth: College is Only For Young Students in Their 20’s

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

You may have noticed that not everyone in your college classroom is your age, especially if you are taking a night course. Adult learners are a growing presence in post-secondary education. Some schools (such as Phoenix University, which you’ve probably seen ads for) openly cater to these students. But what exactly is an adult learner? …

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What is the Fulbright U.S. Student Program?

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s possible that you’ve heard the term “Fulbright” before, but you might not have had it explained to you. It’s just another grant to apply for, right? Yes and no. As someone currently going through the application process, I can tell you that it is a wee bit more than that. It is a great …

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5 Myths about College Academic Advisors / Counselors

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on June 4, 2025

We all know how difficult it can be to admit we need help, especially the more we are considered adults. But the beautiful thing about academic advisors (sometimes called college counselors) is that their sole job is to provide assistance to you throughout your college career. They are there to make sure you succeed, so …

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College Myth: There are No Jobs for Liberal Arts Degrees

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Some of your parents might be worrying because you want to go to a liberal arts school. “How are you going to get a job with a Liberal Arts degree?” they might ask. “Being a Business major is a surefire way to land a job, right? Or in some niche fields like Computer Science?” Liberal …

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Job Hunting in the Digital Age (Infographic)

By Dave LandryLast updated on December 22, 2022

Current college students and fresh grads know that landing that dream job or internship is more than having the experience and even the connections. It is about having the savvy to communicate your skills and ambition through a digital narrative. Although now you can easily access job applications and contact hiring supervisors directly through email, …

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The Difference between Liberal Arts and the Humanities

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

There is a bit of confusion when it comes to Liberal Arts and the Humanities. Sometimes they are used interchangeably, but that has led to misunderstanding and poor representation of what they are. So we’re going to break down the differences between these two types of study. The Humanities First off, the Humanities are a …

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Is Accepting an Unpaid Internship Worth it?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 21, 2024

Sometimes an internship opportunity comes along that sounds promising and ticks all the boxes except one—it’s unpaid. You might ask yourself if unpaid internships are worth it, and if you turn to Google for answers, you’ll likely be met with very split opinions: half saying “Yes, take it!” and the other half saying “100%, no!” …

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Myth: I Have to Know My Career Goal Before College

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

As nice as it would be to know exactly what you want to do right off the bat, it may not be the case. And that’s ok! Not everyone has a set-in-stone plan by the first day of Freshman year, and even those with a clear career goal or outline might find their plans changing. College …