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What Is A Doctoral Degree?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
A doctoral degree, also known as a doctorate, is the highest academic degree you can earn in the US. Completing a doctoral degree indicates that you have achieved a specialized level of authority in your field. You will earn the title of ‘Doctor’ on completing this degree. (Therefore, not everyone with the title of Doctor …
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What is an associate’s degree?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 15, 2026
Key takeaways An associate’s degree is a two-year college degree that helps you get a job or prepare for further education. There are four main types (AA, AS, AAS, and AGS) depending on your goals. An associate’s degree is typically more affordable than a four-year university. In 2026, new rules like Workforce Pell could make …
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What Is the Average GPA in America?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 27, 2025
Key Takeaways The average high school GPA in America is 3.0, roughly a B average. The average college GPA in America is slightly higher at around 3.15. GPA is an important measure of academic performance, but it doesn’t entirely define your abilities. Colleges and scholarships often consider other factors like extracurriculars, essays, and test scores. …
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What Exactly Is A Bachelor’s Degree?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Whether you’re graduating high school or an international student looking to study in the United States, you’ve likely heard about “Bachelor’s Degrees.” But what are they? How are they different from other degrees? And what benefits do you get from them? We’ll answer these questions and more in this article that covers everything you need …
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What Are the Advantages of Applying EA or ED?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Some of your classmates are choosing early application and others are considering early decision, but you are not sure whether either one is right for you. That’s not surprising. Many students are not sure how they may benefit by applying EA or ED and whether they should choose either of these routes. Understanding early action …
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Do AP Test Scores Affect Your Acceptance Odds?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re taking AP classes, you may be wondering “Do AP scores affect acceptance odds for colleges?” Here’s a rundown of whether or not they affect your chances of admission and why AP courses can help in your college education. Do AP University Courses Scores Affect Admission to Colleges? Actually, AP scores don’t affect admission …
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How Much Academic Rigor Is Too Much?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Whether you’re in high school or college, it’s easy to do “too much” and become overwhelmed. When choosing your schedule, it’s important to think about “academic rigor.” This is the academic challenge you’ll be faced with from a class. So when you’re coming up on a new semester, how much academic rigor is too much …

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