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How to Set and Meet Realistic Educational Goals

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 26, 2023

If you look at all successful college students, you’ll see one thing in common. They have educational SMART goals! Setting realistic goals while you’re in college will help you stay on track and help you reach career goals after you graduate! Here are some realistic and effective goals for students to improve their academic skills …

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20 Interesting Black History Month Facts

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 24, 2023

February celebrates Black History Month, but do you know the people who paved the way? From Toni Morrison and Gabby Douglas to Harriet Tubman and George Washington Carver, we’re here to celebrate the influence that all these people have on American culture and more importantly, African American culture. Here are some interesting Black History Month …

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5 Cool New EdTech Platforms and Trends

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 6, 2023

Online learning has exploded in popularity over the past year as people of all ages are recognizing its many benefits. Thanks to new EdTech trends, the online education segment has diversified and expanded, making online learning more personalized, convenient, and comfortable. Anyone who wants to learn just about anything can choose a format of learning …

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50 Motivational Quotes for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 17, 2024

Whether you are flying high after acing a test, or maybe down in the dumps after a rough study session, it’s always a good time for some inspiration. For whatever mood you are in, we’ve got some of our favorite motivational quotes for college students! 50 Motivational Quotes for College Students For When You’re Feeling …

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4 Interesting Educational Trends

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 5, 2023

Education trends are constantly evolving to meet the needs of the time. We’ve seen marked shifts in education trends over the past twenty to thirty years. As we enter 2023, it’s interesting to take a look at current trends in education and how they came about.  4 Current Education Trends   1. Focus On Soft Skills  …

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14 college goals every student needs to succeed

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 23, 2026

Key Takeaways Setting clear college goals can help you stay focused and motivated. SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. Mixing short-term and long-term goals can set you up for academic and career success. Getting accepted into college is a huge achievement—but it’s just the beginning. Once you’re on campus, having clear goals …

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What is the Difference Between Fall and Spring Semester?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 4, 2025

Key takeaways Fall and spring semesters have different start and end dates. Fall is usually August or September through December and spring is January through May. Some classes are only available in the spring or fall. Fall semester often has more new students. Campus activities usually change with the season. Planning ahead is important to …

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5 Reasons Students Transfer Colleges?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 28, 2022

While many college students start and graduate from the same college or university, this isn’t the case for all! Some students have reasons to transfer colleges at certain points in their education. Some factors, like, they may find the college isn’t for them, their finances or changed, or transferring was always a part of their …

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12 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 13, 2025

Key Takeaways With college costs adding up quickly, finding ways to save on textbooks can help you save money and make your college experience more affordable. Renting, buying used, or opting for eBooks can significantly cut down costs while still giving you access to exactly what you need. You may be able to find some …

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10 Places Where to Sell Used Textbooks

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022

You did it! You have finally made it to the end of the semester and it’s time to purge all your unwanted things from your courses. After spending hundreds of dollars on textbooks for this semester, don’t just throw away that money! Did you know you could sell your used textbooks to make some of …