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Online Colleges: Making Your Degree More Affordable

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 20, 2025

Key Takeaways: Pursuing an online degree can help you save money and fit your classes into your schedule. Some of the most affordable and cheapest online colleges include Southern New Hampshire University, University of Florida, and Utah State University. You can lower the cost further by completing the FAFSA, applying for scholarships, and comparing financial …

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Biggest College Football Stadiums in the US

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 10, 2024

College football is one of the most popular sports in the United States. So popular in fact that last year alone, The University of Texas at Austin brought in $161,532,860 in revenue just with it’s football program (the top grossing of all programs last year). For many, football is more than just a game; it’s …

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10 Easiest Medical Schools to Get Into

By College Raptor StaffPublished on May 21, 2024

Getting into medical school is not easy. Medical schools set high standards with demanding requirements and rigorous selection processes. This is not surprising given that students who enroll in their program will be making life and death decisions after graduation. This is an enormous responsibility and medical schools go to great lengths to accept only …

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Why California Institute of Technology (CalTech) is a Top Rated School

By Hilary CairnsPublished on March 13, 2024

The California Institute of Technology, also known as Caltech, was ranked #5 for our annual Top 50 Best Colleges in the United States for 2024. If you’re thinking about applying to this institution, there’s plenty you need to know. In fact, it’s one of the hardest schools to get into in the world at the …

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What’s the Difference Between NCAA Divisions (D1 vs D3)?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 26, 2023

When you’re searching for colleges, you may see the terms D1 vs D2 vs D3. If you’re planning on participating in athletics during your college years, you may already know what this means. However, if you tend to stay off the field, the terms may not be as familiar to you. In short, D1, D2, …

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Why Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a Top Rated School

By Hilary CairnsPublished on October 26, 2023

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is regularly named a top-rated school and 2024 is no exception. Also known as MIT, the institution was named #3 on the College Raptor’s Top 50 Best Colleges List for 2024. So what exactly makes MIT a great school and worthy of the number 3 spot? We dive into …

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Your Guide to the Public Ivies

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 23, 2025

Key Takeaways: Ivy League schools are some of the most prestigious private institutions in the country. Public Ivies are public colleges and universities that offer comparable experiences to the eight Ivy League schools. Today, there are 30 Public Ivies, some of which include Michigan State, Ohio State, Rutgers, and the University of Arizona. The Ivy …

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Why is Harvard University a Top-Rated School?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on November 6, 2025

Key Takeaways: Harvard University was named the #2 Top Best College by College Raptor in 2026. Founded in 1636, the school has produced influential individuals, including CEOs, world leaders, and Olympians. Harvard is highly selective, but students can improve their admissions chances with a high GPA, rigorous schedule, and well-rounded application. Year after year, Harvard …

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Top 25 Best Sustainable Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on August 11, 2023

Sustainability has been an important topic for people, businesses, and colleges in recent years, especially in the face of climate change. If sustainability is important to you, you plan on entering the energy industry, or you just want to make sure you’re leaving less of a mark on the earth, you might want to consider …

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Can You Get a Bachelor’s Degree at a Community College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 23, 2024

Yes, it is possible to get a bachelor’s degree at some community colleges. Not all 2-year schools offer bachelor’s degrees, but the list is growing ever longer each year. It’s important to note though that these colleges can sometimes be limited in their offerings for bachelor’s and majors. So students need to decide whether or …