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The Benefits of Visiting a College Before Applying

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on November 9, 2021
 College visits are an essential part of the selection process. After all, it’s one thing to read about a school on paper, and another thing entirely to actually stand on the campus. These visits give students an in-person look at the school, campus, town, and overall atmosphere. Though college visits have decreased recently, primarily due …
Three high school friends discuss college acceptance odds.
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What You Need to Know About College Acceptance Odds

By Hilary CairnsPublished on October 20, 2021
When researching, you should look into how schools decide who they’ll accept. Knowing your acceptance odds at any particular college will help you determine which schools you should apply to. After all, you don’t want to apply to too many schools that are likely out of your reach. Here is what you need to know …
A student in a lab coat performs an experiment at her research university.
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What is a Research University?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on November 5, 2021
When searching for a college to attend, you may come across the phrase “research university” as the school’s classification. What does it mean though? And how does it differ from other classifications for colleges and universities? Is it right for your education? What is a Research University? A research university is a school that focuses …
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What is a Liberal Arts College?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on October 14, 2021
Have you ever seen a school called a “Liberal Arts College?” The term “liberal arts” can vary quite a bit depending on who you ask. Some even think it’s not worth getting a degree in liberal arts! However, that’s very far from the truth. There are plenty of lucrative careers that can be achieved with …
A student watches a professor on her laptop during an online class in her hybrid program.
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What You Need to Know about College Hybrid Programs

By Hilary CairnsPublished on October 13, 2021
The world of higher education is always changing but has made more significant changes in the last few years due to the pandemic. You may have heard about college hybrid programs recently. Understanding what this term means and determining whether or not it’s the right type of program for you is essential. Here’s an explanation …
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Hidden Gem Colleges for Healthcare Majors | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 22, 2021
Those working in healthcare fields are true heroes in the best of times. During the pandemic, however, they are true beacons of hope, health, and compassion. We wanted to salute our brave and dedicated healthcare workers and cheer on those studying to join them. This Hidden Gem list features the best colleges for healthcare majors. …
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Hidden Gem Colleges That Don’t Require Test Scores | 2022 Rankings

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 22, 2021
There is an ongoing trend of more colleges dropping their ACT / SAT requirements. Though the decline started before the pandemic, the COVID-19 challenges have caused more schools to go test-optional. These colleges prefer a more holistic approach to reviewing the college applications of potential students. All that said, we wanted to highlight some colleges …