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5 Reasons a Student Website is a Do

By College Raptor StaffPublished on September 5, 2023
A student website is a definite ‘Do’. While it’s not mandatory, having your own student website offers some powerful benefits. Check them out below. 5 Reasons Why You Should Set Up Your Own Student Website 1. You Control the Narrative In today’s digital age, almost all employers will check out your online presence. That means …
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What is the ACT to SAT Conversion?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 5, 2023
When applying to colleges or scholarships, you might see some require you to have specific or minimum ACT or SAT scores to be accepted or eligible to apply. Understanding how the scores compare to one another – or convert – will help you determine the best test for you and your chances of being accepted …
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Guide to Khan Academy (And How It Can Help Your Education)

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 22, 2023
For the classroom-loving students in the room, more school outside of school may sound super fun. And for the not-so-classroom-loving students, it may not sound so appealing. Regardless of how you initially feel, it can boost your education. Let’s rewrite the script on outside-of-the-classroom learning. This resource may just become your new best friend so …
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5 Fun Tips for Beating Summer Boredom

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 12, 2023
Summer break arrives quickly for high school and college students alike. One week is consumed by spring finals, and the following week is embraced with leisurely mornings. However, after a few days of relaxation, summer boredom often creeps in for many. Finding ways to beat boredom is essential for having an incredible break. That’s why …
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Do Homeschooled Students Get a Diploma?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 3, 2023
Homeschooling your kids is a huge responsibility but is worth it to many parents. And as the topic arises, a lot of questions come with it. One of the biggest questions we see is, “Do homeschooled students get a diploma?” Well, the answer is yes!  Let’s take a deeper look at how this happens. Plus, …
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Can Homeschool Students Play Public School Sports?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 3, 2023
Playing sports is one of the most exciting experiences for students during middle and high school. Every year, they experience a rollercoaster of emotions during tryouts, a mix of nervousness and excitement swirling within them. And when they finally step onto the field or court, an overwhelming sense of joy floods their being as they …
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How To Upskill Yourself and 6 Reasons You Should

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 21, 2023
Upskilling isn’t just another trendy word that’s being thrown about a lot these days. In today’s rapidly evolving job market, upskilling has become a necessity for anyone seeking personal and professional growth. So what exactly is upskilling and why should you upskill yourself? More importantly, how do you upskill yourself? Here’s what you need to …
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5 Best SAT and ACT Prep Materials

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 21, 2023
The SAT and ACT exams are constantly on high school students’ minds. Taking one of these standardized tests isn’t always required for the college admissions process, but it’s a great way to get merit-based scholarships. Whether they’re taking it for the first time to get their baseline score or trying to get high SAT scores, …
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Educational Bucket List – 10 Places to Visit in The US

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 17, 2023
Love traveling? Love learning? How about combining the two? From big, historically rich cities to beautiful national parks, check out our bucket list of 10 must-visit places in the US. These are amazing trips for students and families to not only have fun but learn something too! 10 Bucket List Places to Visit in the …