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Advertising Disclosure Raptor® may earn commissions based on sales through our partner links. This does not affect the opinions or placement of lenders on the page. Happy New Year! We hope you had an amazing start to 2022. If you haven’t yet, it’s time to start thinking about your New Year’s resolutions and what needs …

The world of higher education is always changing but has made more significant changes in the last few years due to the pandemic. You may have heard about college hybrid programs recently. Understanding what this term means and determining whether or not it’s the right type of program for you is essential. Here’s an explanation …

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Responding to the pandemic has required creativity, flexibility, and patience. While many schools have switched to online distance learning, both teachers and students alike are still figuring out just how that works. Whether you’ve got your …

Have you weighed your options after graduation and decided to take a gap year? It can be a great choice for students! But that doesn’t mean you should waste the next year. You have a few different options on how you can spend the next 12 months and get some meaningful lessons out of your …

When teenagers envision being independent, many simply see it as no home rules and restrictions to abide by. Nobody to ‘nag’ them to help with the laundry, load the dishwasher, or clean up their room. What some teenagers don’t give a second thought to is the practical aspects that come with independent living. The reality …

As wonderful as the internet is, it comes with a host of dangers. As a college student, you’ll use the internet daily for project research, turning in assignments, tracking your grades, and binging Netflix. It’s crucial to browse as safely as you can. That’s where these tips—and NordVPN—come in. Here’s what you need to know. Colleges …

There are a lot of things to plan for when you’re heading into your freshman year of college. Yet everyone makes mistakes. There are common freshman year regrets though! Here’s how you can avoid them: Picking 8am Classes If They’re Not a Morning Person While you may be ready and anxious to attend your classes, …