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Can you get a student loan before enrolling in college?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 1, 2023
In short, yes, you can apply and secure funds for a student loan before enrolling into college. But you will not receive the funds until you start school. It’s important to know all the facts about student loans before you go to college. There are multiple loan types that have different interest rates, payback options, …
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is getting a temporary extension.
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Changes To The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
On October 6, 2021, the Education Department announced several changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This should come as a relief to thousands of federal student loan borrowers. The changes will help qualified borrowers get relief earlier than they had hoped. Qualified borrowers include nonprofit employees and public servants such as government …
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How Many Scholarships Can One Person Get?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s time to be looking for scholarships, and you may be wondering, what’s the limit? How many scholarships can one person really get? There is actually no limit! So how many scholarships should you apply for? What kinds of scholarships should you look at? How Many Scholarships Can You Actually Get? There is no limit …
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The Gates Scholarship

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
On the lookout for scholarships? If you’re a minority, you’ll definitely want to look into the The Gates Scholarship. Here’s what you need to know about its history, how you can apply, and more. What is The Gates Scholarship? The Gates Scholarship is a “highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from …
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7 Common Scholarship Information Requirements

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on November 26, 2024
Common scholarship requirements include your basic contact information, proof of high school graduation, academic achievements, extracurricular activities, financial details, and more. Every scholarship is different, from who it is for to the amount awarded. And while award applications can be similar, organizations will often have different scholarship requirements you’ll need to meet to apply. Before …

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