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Making the Most of Your Summer: Staying on Campus

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

The decision to stay on campus, whether it’s to work, takes classes, or maybe both might be a little daunting. Most of your friends or roommates may have returned home and you might feel like you’re the only soul left to walk on the sidewalks. College Raptor has a few suggestions on making the most …

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Making the Most of Your Summer: A To-Do List

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 2, 2024

Now that school is over, you’re probably wondering what you’re going to do with all this newly-found free time. You’re wondering what to do in a time that doesn’t demand reading assignments, essays, or studying for exams until you can’t see straight. College Raptor is here to lend you a hand in deciding what this …

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Making the Most of Your Summer: Moving Home

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Congratulations! You’ve finished another full year of college in one piece. After finals have drained what seems like almost every bit of life out of you, you can rest and relax comfortably. Because, hey, you’ve earned it! Now here comes the oh-so-important, million-dollar question…what’s next? For some of you, that “next” means moving home for …

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8 Ways to Avoid the Freshman 15: Dining Hall Edition

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Throughout your freshman year of college, you’ll probably spend a good about of time in the dining hall. It’s a place where you can meet new people, hang out with friends, or take a quick, refueling study break. The dining hall provides plenty of yummy options, which can make it hard to control your eating …

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The 7 Best Planners for College Students

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on January 15, 2026

As a student, your life is busy! With a packed schedule, it can be challenging to keep track of where you need to be and what you need to do. A student planner can help keep your schedule organized. With so much to track—homework assignments, extracurricular activities, and more—a good planner is essential. Here’s a …

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How To Make the Most of Your Time: 8 Effective Techniques

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 3, 2026

Key Takeaways Effective time management is crucial for balancing academic, social, and personal commitments in college. By implementing techniques like using planners, time blocking, and the Pomodoro method, you can increase productivity, reduce stress, and achieve better outcomes. Prioritizing tasks, creating a structured schedule, and taking breaks are essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. …

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Managing Anxiety and Depression in College

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

College can be a stressful time in the lives of many students. It can seem like things are constantly changing, and with so little consistency, it can sometimes feel like you don’t belong anywhere. Then, on top of that, there are high expectations coming at you from every direction. Your parents want you to do …

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5 Strategies for Balancing Your Classwork and Your Social Life

By Kaeli Nieves-WhitmoreLast updated on December 22, 2022

From the moment you set foot on campus, there are a million things going on. With a full course load, floor meetings and events, clubs, on-campus activities, and studying, it can get pretty intense balancing your life and trying to make sense of your daily schedule. Sometimes it feels like there just aren’t enough hours in …

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Acceptance Letter to Move-In Day: What Happens In Between?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 27, 2025

Key Takeaway: Once you start receiving college acceptance letters, you need to start thinking about what school you’d like to attend in the fall, submit your deposit to your choice, select classes, and more. Just like applying to college, it’s a lot to complete in a short time frame – on top of your high …

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a College Roommate

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on June 6, 2025

Key Takeaway Choosing a college roommate is a big deal, and it’s important you feel confident in your decision. In the guide below, we will walk you through the who, what, where, when, why, and how for successfully choosing a roommate: Who will you know on campus? Who can you see yourself living with for …