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Time Management Hacks, Apps, and Sites! All for the price of FREE!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Time is a fickle thing, and there never seems to be enough of it. There are enough time-related phrases to make your head spin–“Running out of time”; “Just in the nick of time”; “On borrowed time”; “Race against time” and so on. In our busy day and age, everything is always go-go-go. Schedules are packed, …

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How to Study Abroad: A 10 Step Guide

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022

Studying abroad can be an eye-opening experience and a wonderful opportunity to take advantage of during your time as a college student. You may be curious though about the pros and cons and how to study abroad! We’ve included a rundown of the basics, plus some tips on how to study in a different country. …

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The dangers of plagiarism in education and why it’s not worth it

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 12, 2025

Key takeaways Plagiarism has real consequences, from failing grades and suspension to long-term damage to your academic reputation. Students may plagiarize to maintain a high GPA, avoid disappointing others, manage insecurity about their writing skills, handle time constraints, or simply because they believe they won’t get caught. However, no excuse is ever the answer to …

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A Complete Guide to Recommendation Letters

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 3, 2025

Key Takeaways Your college application (and possible scholarships) will require anywhere between one and four letters of recommendation. Recommendation letters can be written by a teacher, employer, mentor, or coach of your choice. A letter of recommendation can give colleges and scholarships a view into your strengths, interests, and relationships from a different perspective. You’ll …

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Inspirational Quotes about Education

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

These are the inspirational quotes about education to save for when you need some extra motivation. You can pin these wise words above your desk, make them your desktop background, or write them over and over again in your notes. Both high school and college are challenging points in our lives, and sometimes they can …

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Food Sustainability on College Campuses

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re planning on attending college or are currently enrolled, you will probably also eat at a dining hall. A dining hall is run by the college or university and is intended to provide nutritious, convenient food for its students. While some may deem dining halls “awesome” by the number of flavors of soft-serve ice …

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7 of the Weirdest College Mascots

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

On campus, mascots are legends. They serve as the icon for school athletics, symbols of the community, and a rallying figure for all students. Enthusiastic and filled with energy, mascots hype up any crowd and gets everyone involved in the excitement. Most college mascots aim to intimidate the other team as much as to stoke …

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Myth: Bigger Colleges Have More Diversity

By Maria Andreina FernandezLast updated on December 22, 2022

A city with a high population must have a lot of different groups and types of people. It is understandable we want to apply the same principle to universities. The bigger the campus, the more diversity it has, right? But studies have proved wrong what we’ve been believing for years now. Diversity on campus works …

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Crafting a High School Schedule for College Success

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many high school students are reminded by their parents, teachers, and counselors about the importance of college. They’re encouraged to use their high school career as a time to prepare themselves for acceptance into their chosen college and mentally acclimate themselves to the rigor that will be expected from high school courses. How can you …

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Why You Should Consider Attending a Same-Sex College

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on May 4, 2023

When you’re looking for schools, you check them out based on location, programs available, how big they are, how much it costs to attend; the list goes on. Maybe you have an idea of the experiences you think are a given in college. Like the late-night study sessions, joining organizations and clubs, finding a group …