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Just getting started on College Raptor? First things first, make sure you have completed your profile with as much information as possible and used our college match tool. Doing this will allow you to be matched with colleges that are a great fit for you academically and financially. The overview tab is essentially what it …

Your hard work right through your high school years has paid off and you’ve received several acceptance letters. Congratulations! Now it’s time to make that huge decision that will influence your next few years. Here is some advice when choosing a college. Receiving multiple acceptance letters can be exciting. But, if you do not have …

Spring break is a wonderful time to, well, take a break from the stresses of school. While you certainly owe it to yourself to take some relaxation time, it’s also a prime time to visit colleges. You’ve got the time, so use it! While you’re on break, you don’t have classes to get in the …

Many students choose to take a gap year before college, whether it is to get some work experience, volunteer, earn some money for their advanced education or travel the world and gain experiences that may help them during their degree. Some students are taking a gap year because they are undecided about their subject choice …

With more than two thousand 4-year colleges in the United States, choosing where to apply to college can feel a bit overwhelming. Each institution has its own unique set of attributes and each one offers students a valuable experience. The only way you can get to and choose the best college(s) to apply to is …

It can be disappointing to get to your college and discover it’s not for you. Sometimes this feeling may just last a semester before you settle into your new home. Or you could finish out your first year and find you just sincerely dislike the school, it wasn’t what you expected. The question “Should I …

There are numerous myths that dissuade students from attending a community college. Unfortunately, the negative stigma attached to enrolling in community colleges overshadows the potential benefits that these colleges offer. From saving a significant chunk on tuition fees to the opportunity for low-risk exploration and access to specialized training programs, enrolling in community college offers …

While not as popular as an open house visit or traditional campus tours of the school, overnight college visits give you a better look at the inner workings of a school. One perk is that you will likely stay in the residence halls. You can get a feel for how dorm life works, check out …

There are three major types of campus tours, one of them: an open house tour. Many colleges put on open houses for students to check out the campus, talk to current students or faculty members, and meet other prospective students. An open house can be an exciting and informative event to learn about the school …

Homeschooling is on the rise. According to recent statistics, there are over 2.3 million homeschooled students in the US each year. The reasons for homeschooling vary, from the ability to give individual attention to your student, to religious reasons, and others. When it comes time for your homeschooled student to leave the nest and head …