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10 Habits To Start The High School Year Off Right

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Whether you are a freshman or a senior who is already counting down the days until graduation, the beginning of the school year can be hectic, but you want to start off on the right foot! We’ve compiled 10 good habits to help you start your high school year off right. Get Enough Sleep Bragging …

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People You Should Meet During a College Visit

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

During a college visit, you will most likely be meeting with a member of the admissions team or even an alumnus that will help you and your group view the school. While you probably have a ton of questions for them, you should also be designing questions for other people. These are just a few …

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College Freshman Move In Day FAQs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re moving into your college dorm, you may have a few questions prior to the move in date. Here are just a few of the most frequently asked questions. When Do I Move In? College students’ move in date depends entirely on their specific school. Your college should have it listed on their website …

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5 Habits to Start Your Freshman Year of College Off Right

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Nothing is quite as exciting or rewarding than beginning your freshman year of college. As a freshman you may be looking forward to making new friends, being a member of exciting clubs, and soaking in a completely new social environment, you shouldn’t neglect the reason you’re really there—to learn and to acquire skills you will …

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Preparing For College in 14 Key Steps

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 20, 2025

Key Takeaways: College prep over the summer helps students keep on top of responsibilities and learn new skills. Create a checklist to determine what you need to complete, when, before your first day of classes. Over the summer, stick to healthy habits, attend orientation, and create a budget to have a successful start to college. …

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How to Talk to Alumni About the Colleges You’re Interested In

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

When you are researching colleges, it is a good idea to make a note of the alumni of that particular college. The alumni of any school will tell you things that you won’t learn from any website. Here are some tips on how you can connect with alumni from the schools you may be interested …

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FAQ About Community College 2+2 Programs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Some students decide to go to community college for two years for their Associate’s and then attend a four-year college to focus on their major and earn their Bachelor’s. Attending community college for two years, then transferring to a college or university for another two years is known as a 2 + 2 program, and …

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Most Athletic Hidden Gems | 2019

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

A big part of the collective college experience revolves around athletics. There’s nothing quite like rooting for your team along with fellow classmates, wearing your school’s colors, and cheering with school spirit. We wanted to highlight some of the most active colleges out there, so we created this list: the most athletic hidden gem schools, …

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Top Ten Hidden Gems for Biology | 2019

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Biology is as diverse a field as the subjects it studies, and just as diverse as the people who study it. We wanted to highlight lesser-known schools that gave biology students a good “bang for their buck.” We took the college’s average median pay and subtracted the national average starting salary of biology majors ($41,850), …

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Top 10 Hidden Gems for Psychology | 2019

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Psychology is one of the most popular college majors out there, and students go on to make a big impact in the world. It’s an incredibly important field to say the least. We wanted to highlight lesser-known schools that gave psychology students a good “bang for their buck.” We took the college’s average median pay …