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How Often You Should Meet With Your College Academic Advisor

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 13, 2024

Students should aim to meet with their assigned college academic advisor at least once a semester. You may need to meet them additional times for questions about your courses, major, and graduation. Before a meeting with your college advisor, always be prepared and be ready to ask questions. All colleges assign incoming students an academic …

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How Studying Changes From High School to College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

There will be a lot of changes as you head to college from high school. You’ll probably have a roommate, may be living on campus away from home, and you’ll have half the classes you are used to. Even with fewer classes though, studying is one big change that many freshman aren’t quite ready for as …

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Lack of Study Motivation? Here are 4 Tips How to Increase it!

By Alaine GordonLast updated on December 22, 2022

So you’re finding it difficult to study? Yeah, it can be tough to find that study motivation sometimes. There can be so many reasons why. Perhaps there is a new show you’d like to watch. Maybe the weather is good. Or it could simply be that you’re absolutely bored with the subject. And that can …

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6 Ways to Master a New Language During College

By Lucy BentonLast updated on December 22, 2022

The free time of every college student is significantly limited by studies. Written assignments, reports, readings, and other tasks are an inevitable part of life during that period. Seems like the college is not the perfect time for learning a new language, right? Well, wrong. Studies have shown that the younger you are, the easier …

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13 tips to help you study the subjects you absolutely hate

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 18, 2025

Key takeaways Studying for a subject you strongly dislike can feel intimidating and leave you with very little motivation. With a changed perspective, a game plan in place, identifying what is easy and hard, rewarding your progress, and keeping the end in mind, you can find that studying is a lot more manageable—and a lot …

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4 Tips to Minimize the Odds of Dropping Out of College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

The statistics on college dropouts are alarming—about 45% of students who enroll in college end up dropping out of college without graduating. That’s a scary thought, especially when you consider the expenses they would have incurred towards the terms completed. College tuition is expensive. For most students, the only way to afford a college education …

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How To: Manage Your Workload at College

By Caileigh FlanniganLast updated on December 22, 2022

As you’ll soon find out, the workload at college and university is much heavier than what many people are used to. Each class will have tests, exams, and assignments due, and it’s up to you to stay on top of it all. Managing your time effectively is one of the best skills you can have …

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Ideas For What To Include In Care Packages For Freshmen

By Roxie the RaptorLast updated on December 22, 2022

For most college students, nothing beats the joy and excitement of receiving care packages from home. It shows them that their family back home is thinking of them and gives them the feeling of renewed support and encouragement. So what should you include in the care package for your freshman? These few ideas can help. …

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How to Improve Your GPA in College

By Nelma LummeLast updated on December 22, 2022

There comes a time when you have to put aside everything you have been doing and weigh your GPA. Some people find it difficult to improve on their current track record while others don’t need to because they have good results or low aspirations. But how can you improve your GPA in college, and before …

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Advice for an Incoming College Freshman

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on September 13, 2023

With input from past college students, we have rounded advice for an incoming college freshman. We have you covered with advice on how to tackle your freshmen year academically and enjoy the friend-making process. As you begin to head away from home for the first time, here are a few things to help get you …