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9 Tips to Improve Your Working Memory

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 22, 2023

College students aren’t given enough credit. When you’re in college, you likely have a full-time course load, in addition to extracurricular activities or a part-time job. There are so many things to remember! And none of it would be possible without our working memory. Let’s look at if and how you can improve your working …

Parents can help their student move into their dorm room freshman year

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Parent’s Guide to Emotionally Preparing to Send Your Kids to College

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023

Getting ready for the first semester of college is an exciting as well as stressful time for students. They could be leaving their hometown, their home state, or even the country to attend their dream college. They’re leaving the K-12 system, their friends, and, of course, their parents. For parents getting ready to send their …

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5 Tips to Help Your Chances of Making the Dean’s List

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 11, 2023

If you made the honor roll in high school, you might very well be considering how to make the Dean’s List in college! But what exactly is this list, what are the benefits, and most importantly: how can you make the Dean’s List and stay on it? We answer these three questions and more below! …

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Considerations for Choosing a Dorm vs an Apartment

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 7, 2023

When it’s time to head to college, you might be presented with the question, “Should I dorm or get an apartment?” A majority of 4-year colleges and universities do require first-year students to remain on campus, but upperclassmen and students attending schools without this requirement have options. Below we cover the differences between dorms and …

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Responsible Ways to Show Your Independence

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 3, 2023

You finally made it. College! After twelve years of school in your hometown, you now have the opportunity to break free and discover who you are, who you want to be, and where you want to go. Now is the time for you to be selfish, adventurous, and curious about the world around you. This is …

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The Art of Learning from Failure

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 2, 2023

We all know what failure feels like. Everyone has been there at one point or another. Maybe it was a teeny tiny mishap or maybe it was something super important and it just didn’t end up how you wanted it to. Whatever the “failure” may be, there is always a chance of learning and growing …

Transferring colleges can be stressful. Here are some myths that we can disprove

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5 Tips to Help Transfer Students Adapt to Their New Campus

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 6, 2023

So your first college didn’t work out. It happens! It could be the student life, campus environment, financial reasons, or maybe you wanted to change your major and another college had a better program. It’s all okay—you have to do what’s best for you personally and in your educational career. But, adjusting to a new …

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5 Great Calculators for College Students

By Hilary CairnsPublished on May 25, 2023

Whether you’re taking college courses in high school or starting your first year of college, you need a calculator you can rely on! This list of calculators will help you find the perfect match for your needs, wants, and budget, including some additional information on what you should look for in a calculator for your …

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11 Awesome Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 1, 2023

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more. Teaching is one of the most important professions someone could have. They are shaping the minds of the next generation after all! Teachers are the real gift, so they deserve a few trinkets and presents of …

Students throwing graduation caps with text: thoughtful graduation gifts

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30 Great Grad Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Graduate

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 12, 2024

The time has come to honor your favorite graduate! After all the dedication and hard work they’ve put in, this major life milestone deserves to be celebrated in a meaningful way. But how do you give a gift that shows just how proud you are of someone for graduating? At no extra cost to you, …

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