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You'll still have volunteer opportunities in college.
student life

Finding Volunteer Opportunities on College Campuses

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many high schools have volunteer service requirements that students have to meet in order to graduate. But the volunteering doesn’t have to stop after high school graduation. Here are some ways to find volunteer opportunities in college. Classes Certain classes might have service-learning requirements. This should be apparent in the class overview and syllabus. You …
Colorful pens inside a jar. Overlay text says "Back to school supplies."
tips tools & advice

25 School Supplies Every Student Needs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 15, 2026
Key Takeaway Wondering what school supplies you’ll need for college? Check out our recommendations for the following must-have items: Pencils/Mechanical Pencils Pens (Various Colors) Highlighters Pencil Case Note Cards Folders Notebooks Binders Paperclips Correction Pens (Whiteout) Planner/Agenda Backpack Printer Sticky Tack/Poster Strips Scissors Binder Clips Personal Safety Alarm Power Strip Stapler Portable Charger Dry Erase …
Keep in touch with your high school friends.
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How to Keep In Touch With Friends as You Leave For College

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Summer is winding down, back-to-school commercials have hit TV stations, and stores all over the country have set up their school supply displays. If you’re an incoming college freshman, it can be more than a little intimidating. The college transition is a big step. You’re going from a structured eight hour high school day to …
The Space Grant Program was created by NASA.
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What is a Space Grant College?

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
The National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program was created by NASA in 1989. It is now referred to as the Space Grant. It is a national network of colleges and universities aimed at promoting space projects through engineering education, research, and public outreach events. There are 850 affiliates including schools, museums, science centers, and …
Game Design / Development / Programming / Writing is one of the new and growing college majors available to students.
college majors & minors

5 New and Emerging College Majors!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Change is not an easy thing to do. Plus, colleges seem to change at a slower pace than the rest of the world. Even so, there are newer and growing college majors coming into play at many universities across the country. Many of these majors are centered around technology since the industry has seen incredible …
What's the difference between a public vs private college?
college search

Public vs Private Colleges: What Is the Difference?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are several differences between public and private colleges, from the way they are run and the cost of tuition to the programs they offer and the campus experience. When weighing public vs private college, there is no clear winner in all respects. Both types of schools have their respective benefits and downsides. Which one …
How does a lecture class relate to a discussion class?
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How are College Discussion and Lecture Classes Related?

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
You may have questions about lecture and discussion classes in college. When I was registering for my very first college schedule, I would add a discussion class section and automatically another class populated onto my schedule. I was confused at first, why do I have an extra 3-5 hours of class a week? That doesn’t …
Land-grant colleges focus on agricultural studies.
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What is a Land-Grant College or University?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 27, 2026
Key takeaways: Land-grant universities were created due to the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890 and the Equity of Educational Land-Grant Status Act of 1994.  They include schools that originally focused on agriculture, military tactics, mechanical studies, or educating African Americans, as well as tribal institutions.  There are more than 100 land-grant universities, including University of Iowa, University of California …

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