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State Grants for Colorado Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023

Colorado has a few different state grants, scholarships, and financial aid programs that can help students make college more affordable, including the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI). Find them listed below. Colorado College Grants 1. Matching Student Scholarship Grants COSI was introduced in 2015 with the idea of helping Colorado students with the cost of …

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State Grants for California Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023

California has several college grants and financial aid programs for its students and parents. Here’s a list of some of them to get you started. California College Grants Cal Grant These California grants (which do not have to be repaid) are for students who are going after an undergraduate degree, attending a vocational school or …

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State Grants for Arkansas Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023

The state of Arkansas has several grants available to college students! If you’re planning on studying in Arkansas, these are definitely awards you should check out! Arkansas College Grants Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship The Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship awards different amounts depending on the students’ year in college, varying from $1,000 for first years to …

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State Grants for Arizona Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023

The State of Arizona currently has two financial aid programs available to residents and students. Here’s what you need to know about each and how you can apply for college grants. Arizona College Grants Arizona Teacher Student Loan Program The Arizona Teacher Student Loan Program is a forgivable loan for students who are interested in …

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State Grants for Alaska Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023

Are you planning to attend college in Alaska? There are only two grant and scholarship programs in the state, but here’s what you need to know about financial aid and state grants in Alaska. Alaska College Grants Alaska Education Grant The Alaska Education Grant (AEG) is need-based and awards between $500 and $4,000 per academic …

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State Grants for Alabama Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023

  Are you planning on going to school in Alabama? This state has plenty of grant and scholarship programs for college! Here are a few you need to note, plus the information you need to apply to them. Alabama College Grants Alabama GI Dependents’ Educational Benefit Program The Alabama GI Dependents’ Educational Benefit Program is …

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5 Student Loan Apps For Paying Off Debt Faster

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 27, 2025

On average, student loan borrowers take about 20 years to pay off their loans. Living with debt hanging over your head for so long can be incredibly stressful. It also hampers your ability to spend your hard-earned money on fun things. Paying off student loans earlier rather than later can be a huge relief. As …

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Q&A Interview with Scholarship Winner Christine Yuan

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023

Congratulations are in order for College Raptor’s most recent $1,000 scholarship winner, Christine Yuan! We had a chance to interview her about her college planning experience. Here’s what she had to say. Tell us a little bit about yourself.  I will be a college freshman in the fall. I am spending this summer working. I …

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Top Companies That Offer Tuition Reimbursement

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 24, 2025

Key Takeaway Tuition reimbursement is a benefit some companies offer to help offset the cost of college, so you can continue working and saving. Every company has different terms: some companies pay education costs upfront, while others reimburse you after you complete your courses. Below, we’re sharing 15 companies that have excellent tuition reimbursement programs …

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Highest NIL Earners: Students with Successful Deals

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2023

Top athletes and 4.0 students aren’t the only ones who can get scholarships and other perks. With college athletes finally having a say over their name, image, likeness (NIL) and being able to earn money, there have been several huge deals and partnerships. Here are just some of the highest NIL earners—students who are profiting …