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What’s The SAT Question-And-Answer Service?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

One of the best ways to learn and improve is by analyzing your mistakes. Fortunately, the SAT has a service that can help you do just that—their Question and Answer Service! Essentially, you can get a copy of your test with your answers, and compare them to the correct answers to see which areas you …

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One Of The Most Important Questions: Why Attend This College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

While filling out college application you are sure to come across this question several times, “Why do you want to attend this school?” You might see it in your app, in an essay prompt, asked about it in an interview. While it may seem like a simple enough question, the answer question tells the reader …

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What NOT To Do In Your College Application

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are certain things that are sure to get your application rejected. Here’s a list of things of what NOT to do on your college application. Send in Gifts While you might be doing this as a way to show your appreciation, sending in gifts along with your application may be misconstrued as a form …

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Why You Should Send Thank You Notes During The College App Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Applying to college is not a solitary endeavor. Although you will be the main person putting everything together, the process inevitably several other people—a mentor who writes your recommendation letters, the counselor who advises you regarding various courses and colleges, the college admissions team who conduct your interviews, a professor you meet while visiting, and …

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How To Cancel Your ACT or SAT Score

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 28, 2025

Key Takeaways If you took the ACT or SAT and feel like you didn’t perform your best, there are a few options to manage your scores. You may choose to cancel your test entirely, which means it will not be scored, so no score will be generated for you or potential colleges to see. You …

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How Your Special Talent, Interest, Or Hobby Can Help You Get Accepted Into College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

You may have taken up a hobby or a few extracurricular activities as a way to take a break from academics. But did you know that these very pursuits can give your application an expected edge? It can boost your chances of getting accepted into college. Check out some of the ways that your special …

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Schools That Accept the Common App

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 29, 2024

The Common App makes it easy for students to apply to multiple colleges Not all schools accept the Common App The Common App is free to use and more than half the member colleges don’t charge an application fee No, not all colleges accept the Common Application. But, of the 3,982 degree-granting postsecondary institutions in …

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How to Improve on Your ACT/SAT “Weak Spots”

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Everyone has strengths and weaknesses when it comes to academics. When you take the ACT or SAT, you might find that your weaknesses become more apparent when you receive the results. However, there are ways to work on those weak spots and improve your overall score. Dedicate Extra Study Time to Your Weak Spots Extra …

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What Happens During a College Interview?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

While a majority of colleges don’t request an interview, some schools do make it part of the application process—even if it’s optional, leaving it out could hurt your chances. Knowing what to expect ahead of time can make a college interview a bit less stressful. The Basics of a College Interview There are few colleges …

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Can I Submit My ACT / SAT Scores To A College I Haven’t Applied To Yet?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Yes, sending SAT scores to college even before you submit your application is ok and possible, but you should know that it will not necessarily give you the edge where your admission is concerned. Here’s what you need to know about submitting your scores, what happens when you send them in early, and other facts …