College Terms

3. Staff member assigned to assist and advise students on academic matters.
4. Free Application for Federal Student Aid; A federal form that determines financial aid for college classes.
6. Another name for graduation.
14. A written request for admission to a college.
15. The cost of your classes. Some schools charge tuition based on how many units you take, while others charge a base rate per semester if you stay within a specific range of units
16. A subject or field of study chosen by a college student.
17. Graduates of a college or university.
18. Location of the college.
19. Attendance in a classroom without registration for credit.
21. An academic degree usually earned in four years.

1. Also referred to as a Doctorate Degree. Usually, it consists of eight or more years of college.
2. An official report given by a college/school that contains an individual student's official records. It will list time attended, subjects studied, grades received, and special awards/recognition.
5. An undergraduate degree, usually two years in length.
7. This is awarded upon completion of courses in a concentrated skill area of study. (Primarily occupational.)
8. Borrowed money used to pay for college courses must be paid back.
9. Grade Point Average
10. A secondary course of study in college.
11. A certificate awarded by an educational institution for completion of required courses or a specific degree.
12. Traditionally in charge of a significant college area. For example, there may be a Dean of Students, a Dean of the Faculty, and a Dean of Arts & Sciences.
13. Money given to you for your studies. You usually do not need to pay this money back. Can come from your school, an organization, or a contest.
16. A graduate degree typically consisting of six years of college.
20. A college entrance test used to determine college readiness.