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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 …
When should you start your college visits?
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When Should You Start Visiting Colleges?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 17, 2024
As you start to think about attending college in the coming years, you’re often presented with the question: when to start visiting colleges? While there’s no single “best” time to begin your campus tours, there are a few recommendations depending on where you are in your college search. Below, we highlight why it’s important to …
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No GMAT? No Problem! Busting a Common MBA Admissions Myth

By Jenn FrenchLast updated on December 22, 2022
Have you stopped short of applying to business school because you were uncertain about taking the GMAT? That’s understandable; preparing for and taking the GMAT is a time-consuming and expensive process. Especially when you consider how many prospective applicants end up taking this entrance exam more than once. But what if you could get into …
You should consider taking summer classes.
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Why You Should Consider Taking Summer Classes

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
While the prospect of a relaxing summer sounds delightful, it might be time to consider summer courses. Internships and jobs are important to consider as well. Each course of action has its own pros and cons. Here are a few reasons to think about the choice of summer classes. Taking summer classes during college In …

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