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If you’re thinking about applying to an Ivy League school, you’re probably wondering why they are called Ivy League schools. While the term Ivy League refers to the eight elite research universities that make up the Ivy League sports conference – Harvard University, Yale University, University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, Columbia University, Brown University, Dartmouth …

The Hidden Ivies are colleges that have an excellent reputation but are not considered Ivy League schools.  You’ve heard of the Ivy League Schools – Harvard, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Princeton, Dartmouth, Cornell, and the University of Pennsylvania. These eight research universities consistently top the list of the most prestigious higher education institutions in the United …

When it comes to college visits, there is no fixed number that works best for everyone. How many schools should you visit on your college list then? Use these guidelines to decide which colleges to prioritize and how many schools you should ultimately visit. The Importance of College Visits Visiting just one college on your …

The college you’ve finally decided to attend is close to home and immediately, you’re faced with another decision—should you stay at home as a college student, or should you live in the dorm or apartment? The first factor that comes to mind is, of course, money. The thought of being able to save a substantial …

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 …

The thought of attending an elite college can sound very appealing but the truth is, this may not be the right decision for everyone. Attending an elite college has its fair share of advantages and a few disadvantages as well. Getting to know both sides of the picture will help you make an informed decision. …

You may have seen the term “HSI” pop up during your college searches. HSI stands for Hispanic-Serving Institution. Like an HBCU (Historically Black College/University), HSIs dedicate themselves to the higher education of Hispanic and Latino students within the United States of America. What an HSI strives for The goal of these institutions is to increase …

In your college explorations, you’ll hear the term “HBCU” tossed around every now and then about a school. These letters stand for “Historically Black College and/or University”. The name conveys a few facts about the associated schools. What is an HBCU? By hearing this acronym, you understand that people established these schools with the primary …

As you explore different colleges, you will likely find that all schools are categorized as either ‘for-profit’ or ‘non-profit.” So what exactly do these terms mean and how does it affect you? How do they rank against one another, and what can you expect from them? Keep reading to discover more about nonprofit vs for …

College Raptor is a college discovery website. We can help match you to colleges you may not have considered, or show you your acceptance odds and overall match for colleges you’re already interested in. But what do we mean by match? Specifically, what does “overall match” and “academic match” mean? Academic Match When you filled …