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College Raptor Scholarship Recipient Reina Sausedo
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Q&A With $1,000 College Raptor Scholarship Recipient Reina Sausedo!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Congratulations to the College Raptor Scholarship recipient, Reina Sausedo! Her compelling essay earned her $1,000 towards her higher education. I got the chance to chat with Reina about her experience in searching for colleges and preparing for the next step in her education. Here’s what she had to say! Tell us a little about yourself!  …
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student loans

How Do You Qualify For Student Loan Forgiveness?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 24, 2025
Federal student loans offer several benefits that private student loans don’t offer. One of these benefits is being able to qualify for student loan forgiveness. The student loan forgiveness program is a special type of benefit established by the federal government. It is only applicable to federal student loans, and that too, only certain types …
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The Average Student Loan Debt in America | 2023

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 5, 2025
The cost of obtaining a college education has been increasing steadily over the years. Today, most college students require the help of scholarships and student loans to cover the costs. However, the average student loan debt has risen along with the price-tag of college. Here’s a look at the average student debt in the U.S. in 2023. Important Things …
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financial advice & planning

What Are The 529 Plan Rules?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
When it comes to saving for college, 529 plans are often at the forefront of many parents’ savings research and goals. However, there are a lot of rules and information to digest. States offer 529 plans to give parents a way to save for their kids’ college tuition. Parents who start saving in a 529 …
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How To Protect Yourself From New Student Loan Scams

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 6, 2025
Looking for student loans can be a trying process. When you’re under that kind of stress, it’s easy to fall prey to student loan scams. Scammers work by offering you a tempting easy solution to your problem. Unfortunately, instead of resolving anything, it just throws you further into debt. Knowing how to protect yourself from …
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What Is Student Loan APR? Why Is It Important?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 24, 2025
When you start researching student loans, you will come across several new terms. Sometimes it’ll feel like learning an entirely new dictionary. Each new term is vital to understand, however, since they will play a part in your finances. One such term that’s overlooked or misunderstood is APR—or Annual Percentage Rate. Let’s take a look …

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