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How Many Colleges You Should Apply To

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
During the college application season, you’re likely overwhelmed with school work, extracurricular activities, SAT and ACT prep, and more. You may not know how many college applications are enough or how many is “too many.” Each student is different, but here’s a quick guideline on how to approach that question. How Many Should You Apply …
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What are TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
You may have not heard of them, but Educational Opportunity Centers are one part of the Federal TRIO Programs. If you’re from a disadvantaged background or area, they may be something you want to look into to ensure you’re starting your college education off on the right foot. Here is an explanation of TRIO is …
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The Benefits of Taking AP Courses

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Advanced Placement courses aren’t for the academically weak. But just because the average student may have to work harder to be successful with an AP course doesn’t mean you shouldn’t still try taking one. Advanced Placement is a positive determining factor not only for high school success, but college success as well. Keep reading to …
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People Who Can Review Your College Application

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Getting someone to review your college application is always a good idea. A fresh pair of eyes is more likely to spot a typo, some awkward sentence, or a wrong detail that you may have overlooked. Of course, asking the right person is important. When looking for someone to review your college application, these are …
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Topics To Discuss With Your High School Counselor

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Your high school counselor is a lifesaver when it comes to college prep. Their entire goal is to help you towards graduation and success, so make sure you utilize their expertise as much as you can. Here are a number of topics to discuss with your high school counselor: High School Graduation Requirements Before attending …
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FAQ About College Application Essays

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Most likely, one of the mandatory aspects of your college applications are the essays. If you have a few questions, these commonly asked ones may help you out when it comes to writing. What Do I Write  About? This is probably the most commonly asked question when it comes to college applications. In most cases, …
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How to Make College App Essay Writing Less Stressful

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
The college application process is stressful enough, but with the essays on top of everything else, it can really cause anxiety for some students. But don’t worry. There are plenty of ways to de-stress the writing process. Start Early One of the best things you can do to take the stress out of the essay …
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Tips For Editing Your College Essay

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 14, 2024
College Essay Editing Steps: Take a break first Captivate your reader Read the essay aloud Have someone proofread it Double-check spelling, grammar, and sentence structure Crafting your college application essay, a challenge that extends to scholarships, fellowships, and specific grant programs, can be one of the most daunting tasks in your application journey. As a …

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