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7 of the Best Messenger Bags for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026
Want to add a bit of style to your schooling? If you are looking for a bag to carry around that looks a little more exciting than the average backpack, check out 7 of the best messenger bags that will take you through freshman year and beyond. Egoelife Canvas Messenger Bag If you’re the understated …
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5 Helpful Study Timer Options for College Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 20, 2026
Do you have trouble keeping on task when you have to study? Want to make sure you’re studying enough for an upcoming test or just over Or maybe you have a habit of studying too long and losing track of time? A study timer can help you ensure you’re studying long enough and, but also …
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How Can I Research Colleges Near Me?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
One important factor to consider when searching for your college choices is do you want to go to school in another state, somewhere nearby, or somewhere in between? If you decide to go to college near your hometown, you’ll definitely want to search for “colleges near me.” Here are some tips to find and research …
Create your final choice college checklist.
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Creating A Final Choice College Checklist

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Sending out college applications is both expensive and time-consuming. So you want to make sure that you have narrowed down your college list as much as possible. The only schools you apply to should tick all the boxes on your final choice college checklist. But how do you cultivate that checklist? Why It’s Important to …
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5 Books to Read that Make Studying and Schoolwork Easier

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 15, 2026
Nobody ever said high school and college are easy. Studying is difficult, as is memorizing information for a test. Fortunately, there are books and experts out there that can help make tackling school easier. Ever wanted to make studying and schoolwork simpler and become a better student? You’ll definitely want to add these five to …
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4 Dinnerware Sets for College Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 15, 2026
  Sometimes you don’t want to eat at the campus dining hall and would rather cook or order some take out meals. If you’re planning on making some meals in your dorm or want all of your friends to enjoy a meal, cooked or take out, you’ll definitely want to check out these dinnerware sets …

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