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The Best Places To Study in College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 17, 2025

Key Takeaways The best study places are the library, coffee shops, study rooms, empty classrooms, at home, your dorm, outside, common spaces, bookstores, and going abroad. When looking for a study space that works for you, you should consider the noise level, atmosphere, location, and comfort level. Wherever you study, you should remember to put …

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Do’s and Don’ts: Meeting Your College Professors for the First Time

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

One of the major differences between high school and college are the classes. At first glance you may not think so, but take some time and dig a little deeper. Your typical 45 minute class has now turned into at least an hour and 20 minutes or longer. Your favorite teachers who stayed on top …

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Do’s and Don’ts: Meeting Your Roommate for the First Time

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ve seen the commercials about college. Your dorm is all neat, nicely decorated, and your roommate instantly becomes your best friend upon first meeting. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work that way. Meeting your roommates for the first time can be awkward and nerve-wracking. What do you say? Will you have anything in common?  Will you …

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7 Recipes to Make in Your Microwave!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Easy Mac, Ramen, and leftover pizza might be stereotypical staples of the college diet, but sometimes you might want something a little different. But if you’re living in the dorms, you probably don’t have a fully-fledged kitchen at your disposal. Or even if you’re in an apartment, maybe you just don’t have the time. What …

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Building a Professional Wardrobe from the Bottom Up

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

In high school, our teachers and counselors tell us that “dressing for success” is often the first step to obtaining the jobs and careers we want in the real world. But what does that really mean? What classifies as professional dress? Where would you begin to look? You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. We’re going …

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Making the Most of Your Summer: A Reading List

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Summer break is here and that allows you to take your time and choose books that you enjoy. What would you read if you had the chance? Fiction? Non-fiction? Self-help? As usual, College Raptor is here to help! Here are our suggestions for your summer reading list. Before we get to your summer reading lists, …

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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 …