With over 4,000 colleges and universities across the US, narrowing down the list can be overwhelming. Is it even possible to create a shortlist of 10 or even 20 best-match colleges? Where do you start? These college search tools and methods will help you get started. Use College Raptor’s College Search Tools The College Raptor …
Creating A Balanced College List
It can be tempting to create a list consisting of only the top ten favorite colleges. But that strategy can backfire. You may end up with a list of colleges that you like but are not necessarily the best fit for you. Liking a school doesn’t automatically make it a good future college. For example, …
When To Remove A College From Your List
Finding the perfect college is no easy task. You want to make sure that the college you choose will help you meet your academic and career goals. With over 4,000 colleges and universities in the US, this can take some time. The first step is to create a manageable shortlist of the best-fit colleges for …
What are the Graduating Latin Honors for College Students?
Graduating with Latin honors is an indication of academic achievement beyond completion of the basic requirements for earning a college degree. There are three levels of graduating honors – Cum laude, Magna cum laude, and Summa cum laude. Types of Graduating Latin Honors & Minimum Requirements for Each The exact requirements for each honor level …
Strategies For Picking A College To Add To Your List
Picking a college to add to your list is no easy task. You go through the websites of colleges across the U.S. and they all seem like great options. How do you pick just a few from among these fantastic choices? And how many should you add to your list? These strategies will help to …
13 Distance Learning Resources That Will Make Online Education Easier
At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more. Responding to the pandemic has required creativity, flexibility, and patience. While many schools have switched to online distance learning, both teachers and students alike are still figuring out just how that works. Whether you’ve got your …
Top 25 Best Hidden Gem Colleges with Alternate Tuition Plans | 2021 Rankings
There is a multitude of ways to pay for college—savings plans, scholarships, grants, work-study programs, loans, etc. But did you know there are alternate tuition plans too? Some colleges offer more than just the standard payment plan. In fact, there are three main alternates—Prepaid Tuition, Tuition Guarantee, and Tuition Payment. Not all colleges provide them, …
Top 25 Best Hidden Gem Colleges with Tuition Under $25K | 2021 Rankings
The cost of college is a hot topic in the news, politics, and households around America—especially right now, during a pandemic and a shifting educational landscape. Many are searching for low tuition colleges. According to Educationaldata.org, in the 2019-2020 school year, a 4-year out of state college had an average tuition of $26,820. Private colleges, …
Top 25 Best Urban Hidden Gem Colleges | 2021 Rankings
Cities are known for many great things—incredible architecture, art scenes, performances, industries, diverse populations, and amazing history. Many are also known for incredible urban colleges. But in the hustle and bustle of the city, some things can get glanced over instead of explored. That’s why we created this list highlighting some amazing urban colleges. To …
The Top 25 Best Rural Hidden Gem Colleges | 2021 Rankings
If you prefer space and a more relaxed atmosphere to the hustle and bustle of a big city, a rural college might be ideal for you. Many of the best college towns are located in rural settings and many of them have a strong sense of community among their students. Additionally, given the current pandemic, …
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