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10 Important Questions to Ask College Alumni

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 25, 2025
Key Takeaway: Top questions to ask college alumni include: Why did you choose this school? What did you think of the college after 4 years? What were your favorite classes? What did you think of on-campus offerings—like clubs? How did the school prepare you for your career? What did you major in and what did …
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Pros And Cons Of Attending State Colleges

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Private vs. public colleges is an age-old debate. State colleges may be different from private colleges in several aspects but the fact is neither one of them is necessarily better or worse than the other. The right choice for you will depend on your unique circumstances and what you are looking for. Understanding the pros …
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Is attending a private college right for you? Here are the perks

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 8, 2026
Key takeaways Private colleges are higher educational institutions funded by tuition fees, endowments, and alumni donations. Private colleges tend to have smaller enrollment numbers, smaller class sizes with favorable student to faculty ratios, and often have tight knit campus communities. While tuition is usually higher, financial aid can help lower the actual cost. Looking at …
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How I Chose My College: “The Stars Aligned”

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
I only applied to one school. As my high school friends went on college visits, compared campuses, and drafted applications to multiple schools around the country, I had my sights set on just one: the University of Iowa. People are often surprised when I tell them I only applied to Iowa, given that on average …
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Some of the Fastest Growing Undergraduate Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 13, 2023
It’s normal for majors to become more popular or less popular over time. There are several majors in healthcare, engineering, computer science, and other areas of study that are getting more attention than ever before. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the five fastest growing occupations are: Wind turbine service technicians – 45% …
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How I Chose My College: “A Feeling This Was It”

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
In 2006, I graduated from high school and started attending SUNY New Paltz, where I would go on to major in English with a focus on creative writing. I wanted to share with you the process I went through and why I chose my college. My Parents Got Involved Part of why I chose my …

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