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45+ Questions to Ask College Students on Your Campus Visit

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 3, 2024
Asking current college students questions on your visit to campus can give you some unique insight into the school. Always be polite and considerate when approaching students on campus! Ask questions that are important to you and your unique college needs and wants in addition to more general ones. You know you’re supposed to compare …
The new budget plan may cut student loan forgiveness programs
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What Trump’s New Budget Proposal Might Mean for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

By Allison WignallLast updated on March 6, 2025
5/25/2017 The Trump administration’s recently revealed education budget has certainly stirred up conversations on all sides. Among the many proposed cuts and program adjustments is the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. What is the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program? The PSLF, introduced in 2007, is a federal program that forgives the federal loan debts of …
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Tips To Help You Create A Balanced College List

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 17, 2023
When looking for advice on creating a college list, you will come across the words ‘balanced college list’ very often. So what exactly is a balanced college list, why is it important to create this balanced list, and most importantly, how do you go about creating a college list? You’ll find all the answers below. …
If you want a cultural experience outside of yours, here are a few great colleges to go to
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10 Colleges with Unforgettable Cultural Experiences

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2025
All students want to go to college to receive an education, but many are also looking for something more as they make their particular choice. One aspect that quite a few students look for is a different cultural experience, something outside their norm. Let’s look at what campus culture actually means and 10 colleges with …
When's the best time to visit a college, summer, spring, winter, or fall?
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The Pros and Cons of Different Times to Visit Colleges

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve probably heard various opinions on when you should plan to do your college visits. During the school year? Summer break? Winter break? Spring semester or fall semester? Here are some quick pros and cons for each visit option. Summer Break Visit Pros: You don’t have to worry about missing school. You see the school …
Living on campus may make you homesick.
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Pros and Cons of Staying on Campus for the Summer

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s that time of year again! Students all over the map are packing up their belongings into crates and bags, heading home for the summer. While some can’t wait to get out of town and back to their parents or high school friends, others are more wistful, wishing their school year would never end. If …
A successful college visit can help you understand the campus more
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How To Have A Successful College Visit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
A college visit is an essential part of the college search process. They help you get a closer look at the colleges on your shortlist and get a feel of the place. This makes it easier for you to solidify your choice of institution before committing the next four years of your life and thousands of …
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How to Stay Safe While Using Campus Wi-Fi

By Amelia DermottLast updated on December 22, 2022
Campus Wi-Fi can be a godsend when you’re catching up with work (or your latest Netflix addiction) in between lectures. And it can even help you get better grades. Many universities offer free, high-speed internet connections throughout college grounds. But is a college Wi-Fi connection really all that safe? There are definitely some risks involved …

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