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Why Going to Safety Schools Isn’t a Bad Thing

By Hilary CairnsPublished on June 3, 2020
When it comes to searching for colleges, schools are typically divided into three categories—safety, match, and reach. Safety colleges are those you’re highly likely to get into—schools with higher acceptance rates and less competition. Many people think that attending a safety college means “you weren’t good enough” to get into a match or reach school. …
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Searching for the Right College During Quarantine

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 6, 2020
Has your search for your future college been stopped short by the coronavirus? You’re definitely not alone, but there are resources available to you online to help you make your decision. There’s still plenty you can get accomplished during quarantine. Here are some different aspects of the college search to keep in mind in regards …
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Coronavirus and Colleges: What You Need to Know

By Allison WignallLast updated on March 17, 2020
The rise of COVID-19, also commonly referred to as the coronavirus, has affected everyone’s life in some way or another. Shops are closing, travel is restricted, and it’s difficult to find hand sanitizer anywhere. Coronavirus has also had a major impact on higher education. Here’s what would need to know about coronavirus and colleges. Colleges …
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5 Ways to Narrow Your College Choices

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 9, 2020
When you start your search for colleges, you might be overwhelmed with the number of choices you have. If you’re struggling to narrow down your college choices, try using one of these five methods: #1: Start with Simple Research Looking up each college takes time, but it can definitely pay off in the long run. …
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Why You Should Consider College Visits For Juniors

By College Raptor StaffPublished on March 3, 2020
College visits can be an eye-opener. They give students a real sense of what to expect at different campuses in terms of academia and college life. It will help you make a more informed decision about which college is the best fit for you. Most students schedule at least one visit during their senior year. …
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Why It’s So Important To Visit A College Before Applying

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 10, 2020
Today, it seems like you can get all the information you want about any college with a simple Google search. You don’t have to leave your home to get details about the academic curriculum, extracurricular activities or campus facilities. So why exactly do experts strongly advise students to visit prospective colleges before applying? What additional …
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Why You Should Consider Attending One Of The Hidden Ivies

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 20, 2019
If you’ve started researching colleges to apply to, you’re sure to have heard about Ivy League colleges. There are 8 Ivy League colleges in the US—Harvard, Columbia, Yale, Princeton, Dartmouth, Brown, Cornell, and Pennsylvania. These 8 Ivy League schools are well renowned the world over for their incredibly high standards. However, these are not the …
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How To Evaluate Colleges On Your List

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 22, 2021
You’ve spent weeks narrowing down your shortlist of colleges that are the best fit for your requirements. While you’re pretty happy with your efforts, you realize you have a dilemma. No specific college on your shortlist ticks all of your boxes. Some offer what you are looking for in terms of academic programs and cost …