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College Admission Essay Brainstorm!

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Greetings, college hopefuls. So far, we’ve given you advice on many of the things that we think you need to know in order to survive and thrive during the next four years. For example, what to include on your college applications, we’ve talked about how to deal with the transition and changes, we’ve broken down …

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Interview with College Admissions: Questions They May Ask You

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

When visiting a college you’re interested in, it’s a good idea to schedule an interview with a college admissions officer. While it’s not mandatory, this option is highly recommended. Don’t let this intimidate you though. We’ve compiled a list of common college interview questions that an admissions officer might ask, and answers so you know what …

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Myth: My College Application Essay Has to Be Super Serious

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

The college search is pretty serious, working hard to earn good grades is serious, getting accepted (or rejected) by colleges is serious, so it would make sense that people would think that the application essays would have be serious too, right? Your essay doesn’t have to be super serious. Not entirely true. While you should definitely …

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Summer Activities that Will Impress Admissions Officers!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Ah, summer. The time of late sunsets, BBQs, fireflies, and college prep. That’s right, summer is the perfect time to prepare for college and increase your odds of admission to boot. If that last sentence made you groan, never fret, because there are some great summer activities you can do (sometimes with friends!) to impress …

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Do’s and Don’ts: What to Include in College Applications

By Jasmine BarnesLast updated on December 22, 2022

College applications are a vital part of your ticket to higher education. However, the process is not so glamorous. Actually, it’s a lot harder than it looks. With thousands and thousands of applicants applying to various institutions across the country each year, how do you “stand out” as your guidance counselors told you to? How …

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Questions to Ask at Orientation: A Checklist for Students and Parents (FREE DOWNLOAD)

By Allison WignallLast updated on May 30, 2023

Orientation covers a lot of information, and you may end up forgetting to ask some important questions during the session. So we’ve created a printable checklist of questions to ask at college freshman orientation to take with you–one for parents and one for students! Orientation speakers will likely cover many of these questions, but just …

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100 Must-Know ACT and SAT Vocabulary Words

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 12, 2025

Key Takeaways: When taking the ACT or SAT, you’ll come across a variety of vocabulary questions that require you to use context clues to answer them—but knowing the words beforehand gives you a major advantage. Building your vocabulary and practicing definitions can help increase your confidence and knowledge on test day. From A-Z, we’ve compiled …

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Online M.Ed./MAT Program Admissions: What You Need to Get In

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are numerous benefits to getting your Master’s in Education. Not only will your pedagogical knowledge expand, but you will also broaden your network of fellow teachers, become eligible for leadership roles, and receive a nice pay increase. As you’re considering applying to online M Ed programs or MAT programs, one of the first questions …

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What’s the Difference Between an Online and Traditional Business Degree Program?

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many students considering a business degree are now thinking about pursuing one through an online program. As you might expect, an online business degree program offers many benefits for students. Specifically, it offers a lot of flexibility and convenience that matches up the busy life many people lead. This can allow people to obtain their …

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Best Online Graduate Education (MEd & MAT) Degree Programs

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Our top online graduate education degree ranking is meant to highlight institutions that offer the best Master of Education (MEd) and Master of Art in Teaching (MAT) degrees. Plenty of people go back to school for either their MEd or MAT, whether it’s because they want to advance their careers or are required to by …