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Like a gap on a sidewalk, gapping is when a college can't meet the full financial needs of a student.
financial aid

A Guide to Funding the Financial Aid Gap

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 27, 2025
Although many schools offer financial aid packages to help make college more affordable for its students, some individuals find themselves unable to cover the entire cost of their education even with these packages. This is what they call a financial aid gap. If a student is in this situation – what are their options? Finding …
How do you tailor or personalize a scholarship essay
questions & answers

How Do You “Tailor” or “Personalize” a Scholarship Essay?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Many students look for scholarships to fund their college education. While researching scholarships and scholarship application tips, you may have come across the phrase “tailor your essays” or “personalize your application.” But what exactly does that mean, and how do you do tailor or personalize a scholarship essay? What are Tailored / Personalized Essays? “Tailor-made” …
Here's how to get a scholarship with your parent's help.
scholarship search & applications

8 Tips on How to Get a Scholarship

By Allison WignallLast updated on March 24, 2025
Scholarships are a great way to pay for college and are often overlooked by students and parents. Many people think you have to have perfect grades or be the valedictorian to receive scholarships but that’s far from the truth.  Paying for college is the number one factor that students and parents consider when choosing a …
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student loans

Understand How Student Loan Deferment Works

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 27, 2025
If you are struggling to make your monthly student loan payments due to financial hardship, a medical emergency, or some other life circumstances, you may be qualify to apply for a student loan deferment. Student loan deferment allows you to suspend all loan payments temporarily for a period of time, so you can use your …
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scholarships

11 Scholarships for High School Juniors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 16, 2025
Key Takeaway Are you a junior in high school looking for scholarships to help pay for school? We’ve rounded up 11 to help you get started. See which ones below are a good fit for you: One for students who are passionate about the environment and love to be creative. One through College Raptor that …
Is federal student loan consolidation or refinance an option?
questions & answers

Can You Refinance and Consolidate Federal Student Loans?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 6, 2025
When it comes time to pay off your federal student loans, you may find yourself overwhelmed. Many who have either graduated or left school ask if it’s possible to refinance or consolidate these debts. So, is federal student loan consolidation or refinancing an option? Yes, You Can Refinance and Consolidate Your Federal Student Loans! Yep! …
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scholarships

Scholarships for Animal Science Majors

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022
The great comedian Groucho Marx once said: “Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside of a dog, it’s too dark to read.” Kidding aside, the quote is awfully poignant for animal science majors, who combine their passion for animals and their academic aptitude to pursue a career that perfectly fits their …

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