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Scholarships: What’s Out There? How Do You Get Them?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 19, 2024

The search for scholarships can feel a bit overwhelming. After all, how do you get started? How do you actually find these awards? And what do you do when you find them? We’ll give you a rundown of questions you may have during your search, but also show you the easiest and less stressful way …

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Do You Really Need A Credit Card?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023

Frustrating as it may sound, the answer to ‘do you really need a credit card’ is – it depends. That’s true. Whether you really need a credit card depends on a number of factors, primarily your financial goals and your spending habits. There’s no doubt a credit card offers some powerful benefits, from helping finance …

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What Does the Student Loan Repayment Extension Mean for You?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 25, 2025

If you’ve got federal student loans and are following the latest updates, you’ve definitely heard about the latest student loan repayment extension. On December 21, 2021, President Biden announced that the student loan repayment pause would be extended from January 31, 2022 to May 1, 2022. The additional 90 days of no payments has students …

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Best College Financial Aid Resources for the New Year

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 25, 2025

Whether you’re waiting to hear back from colleges, know which school you will be attending in the fall, or are a junior in high school, financial aid resources can make college much more affordable. Which should you be paying attention to in 2022? FAFSA One of the most important financial aid resources you need to …

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Interesting Scholarships for Art Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

Scholarships aren’t just about top grades or financial need. There are actually quite a few “interesting” ones out there, and you may just qualify for a few! Here are three examples of interesting scholarships that can help you showcase your artistic abilities. Doodle for Google Have a knack for design? Then you may just want …

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Saving for College: Your 2022 Strategy

By adminLast updated on February 26, 2025

With college tuition increasing every year, saving for college costs may seem like an impossible undertaking. Almost every family in America ends up taking federal and private student loans to fund college tuition. If you’re thinking taking loans and paying them back at a later date is a better strategy, think again. When you take …

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Scholarships for Children of Military Veterans

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on November 28, 2023

Do you have a parent that was or is currently in the military? Are you in JROTC or ROTC? Scholarships for military children are plentiful! Here are just a few programs that you can start with. AFAS General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program Also known as the Hap Arnold Grant, the AFAS General Henry …

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Student Loan Pause Extended Again! How to Make the Most of It

By Cat GallagherLast updated on January 24, 2023

You’ve definitely heard by now that the student loan pause has been extended yet again – this time to May 1, 2022.  This great news for anyone who’s still paying off their federal student loans! The federal government had first initiated the Student Loan Repayment Freeze in mid-2020. The aim was to offer relief to …

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The Final Few Months to Graduation (Senior Checklist)

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

Your high school experience is nearly over, and you’re going to start college in the Fall – congratulations on all of your amazing achievements! But don’t stop thinking about your education even though you’ve completed your college applications and may have even heard back from a few schools. Follow our senior checklist of all the …

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Types of financial aid to help fund your education

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 16, 2025

Key takeaways College can cost more than $38,000 per year, which puts it out of reach for many students and families. Financial aid, including loans, Work-Study, grants, scholarships, state aid, and more, can help bridge the gap between what you have and what you need. Complete the FAFSA and research financial aid awards as soon …