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Writing a paper can be difficult, but here are some ways to make writing a paper easier.
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Tips on How to Write an Academic Paper Easier

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
It is always hard to make yourself work, even when you are pressed for time and have tight deadlines. Writing an academic paper is a bit complicated, but we’ve come up with some tips that will make it writing a paper easier. Focus and Brainstorm Block yourself from anything that distracts your attention—like social media, e-mails, …
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Top 25 Best Private Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on June 21, 2024
Unlike public colleges—which are funded by local and state governments—private colleges and universities are funded by private sources—like tuition and fees. Many assume that private colleges are too expensive; however, students who attend private colleges rarely pay the entirety of the “sticker price”, instead, they have significant financial aid pay for a good portion of …
You can still turn things around during a bad semester
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What is Academic Misconduct?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 20, 2025
Key Takeaways: Academic misconduct refers to gaining, attempting to gain, or helping others gain unfair advantages in school. Consequences range from having to re-do the assignment to expulsion, depending on the severity. Students accused of academic dishonesty can appeal their instructor’s decision. Academic misconduct, which includes plagiarism, falsifying data, and more, is when you are …
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The importance of office hours: why you should go

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 10, 2025
Key takeaways Office hours are specific times during the semester when students can meet with their professor outside of class to discuss grades, ask questions, seek clarity, or build meaningful relationships. Office hours aren’t only for students struggling to pass a class. Office hours give you time to ask questions, build motivation, overcome specific challenges, …
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Top 25 Best Large Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
These colleges are large and in charge. Definitions of “large” colleges might change depending on who you ask, but for the purposes of this list, we’re considering any school that has 10,000 or more undergraduate students. (Note: “student enrollment” within these summaries includes both undergraduate and graduate students). Check out College Raptor’s list for the …

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