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college news & trends

Fun facts about colleges in America!

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 2, 2025
Key takeaways From surprising history to secret societies to squirrel clubs on campus, there are plenty of fun facts that make each college in the U.S. unique. These 35+ facts might surprise you, make you laugh, or teach you something new about campus life. While these fun facts may not choose a college for you, …
Here are some ways an introvert in college can make friends
student life

Are You an Introvert? Ways to Make Friends in College

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
As an introvert in college, some of my teachers strongly recommended me to acquire extroverted characteristics so that I could more easily make friends and land jobs. Did I follow it? Well, frankly speaking, I made a few attempts, but most of them were doomed to fail and you know why? I was, and I …
Reassure your stressed-out student.
tips tools & advice

Parents: Here’s How to Reassure Your Stressed-Out College Student

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Going to college is a big transition, no doubt about it. And even eager students who were excited to venture away from home to go to a college—sometimes states away—can find themselves feeling overwhelmed and stressed as the semester gets rolling. With the sudden influx of responsibilities—anything from managing their own schedule to doing laundry—and …
Stay healthy in college so you don't miss any valuable days
tips tools & advice

Tips on How to Stay Healthy During College

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Some of these may seem obvious, but it’s better to stay healthy and keep these tips in mind rather than get sick and miss valuable days. Fall is right around the corner, which means cold and flu season is coming with it. Whether you’re at a large university or a smaller college, you’ll be interacting …
Colleges are offering more learning disability resources.
student life

6 College Resources for Students with Learning Disabilities

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2025
Colleges want all of their students to succeed. Just like high schools, colleges and universities in the United States have resources for students with disabilities, including learning disabilities. From note-taking services to extended time on tests, exact services can depend on the school in question. Below, we’ve outlined six examples of college resources for students …
How to find a college for visually impaired students
college search

How to Find the Perfect College as a Visually Impaired Student

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Unlike with wheelchair-accessible colleges, you might not be able to Google which college campuses are the most suitable for visually impaired students. Because of the spectrum for those with visual impairments—visually impaired, legally blind, and totally blind—there is likely no surefire thing universities can do about their campuses being easily navigable. In addition, each student …
A student standing in front of a whiteboard with their back facing the camera.
college majors & minors

How to Select a College Major That’s Right for You

By Mackenzie FoxLast updated on December 22, 2022
Students are facing increasing pressures to pick the right college major. Whether it’s your parents, your teachers, or your peers, you’ll likely be getting plenty of questions surrounding your choice of college and major. “What’s your chosen major?” “What are your future career prospects with that major?” Everyone seems to have an opinion on the …

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