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Tips to Create Your Freshman Class Schedule at Orientation

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Creating your college freshman class schedule is one of the many things you will have to do at orientation. Trying to figure out which classes to take can also be one of the most overwhelming things you will do that day. It is important to make sure your schedule is manageable while also ensuring that …

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3 Ways To Show College Admissions You’re the Right Fit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

College admissions have become highly competitive. An increasing number of high school students are applying to college and many of them have outstanding grades and test scores. That has, in fact, become the baseline for college applications. You need to have good grades and high test scores just to be considered for the interview. But …

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Pro Tip: NEVER Leave an Answer Blank on the ACT/SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If your SAT or ACT exam is coming up, we’re sure you’re studying hard! By this time, you’ve heard quite a few test-taking tips regarding each of them, which may have included “never leave an answer blank”. Here is how you should approach more difficult questions and why you should never leave them blank. Skip …

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Do You Sign Up For Freshman Classes At Orientation?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Registering for freshman classes can be both exciting and challenging. Some students find it simply overwhelming to navigate their way through all of the classes offered and make a decision. Fortunately, most colleges organize the orientation in a way that makes it easier for new students to make informed decisions and sign up for freshman …

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What to Keep in Mind When Registering for Classes at Orientation

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

For college orientation, which can be an exciting and busy time, you’ll be meeting new people, exploring campus, and even signing up for classes. It’s easy to get caught up in everything that is happening, so it’s important to keep in mind some things that you should avoid when registering for classes. Read the course …

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4 Tips for Managing Test Anxiety DURING the ACT/SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

No one has ever said that the ACT and SAT are not stressful. Beyond the weeks of studying, attending refresher classes, taking practice tests, and listening to ACT/SAT myths—there’s also a lot riding on your test scores. Scholarship opportunities, college acceptance odds, future job and internship prospects. To say that the ACT and SAT is …

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Application Essays That Got Students Into Their Dream Colleges and Why They Work

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 14, 2025

Key Takeaway: The most successful college essays aren’t always about big accomplishments—they work because they’re honest, personal, and show you how to think and grow. Even everyday topics can help students get accepted into top schools when they’re written from the heart. Choosing a college essay can be one of the hardest parts of the …

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5 Exciting Trends in Online Higher Education for 2017

By Jim RaychrudhuryLast updated on December 22, 2022

The internet has unlocked amazing doors of opportunity for the world. One such opportunity was making knowledge accessible for communities that were previously isolated. According to the research report by the Babson Survey Research Group, there were around 5.8 million students who participated in some form of long-distance learning in 2014. This figure is continuously rising …

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What to do with Extra Time on the ACT/SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

During your SAT or ACT, you may complete a section, look down at your watch, and realize you have a few minutes or more before time is up. Here are a few things you should be doing with that precious time. Go Over Questions You Skipped If a question proved too difficult during your initial …

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What NOT To Do at College Orientation

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re heading to college this fall, you will most likely have an orientation coming up this summer. Your future school will tell you what to expect, such as what events are planned, what placement tests you need to take, and more. However, there are things you should not do at college orientation. Do Not …