College Vocab

3. A secondary area of study that requires fewer courses than a major.
5. A course that a student can choose to take, which is not required for their major or degree program.
6. The specific subject or field of study a student chooses to specialize in during their degree program.
9. Advisor (person responsible for helping students with course selection and academic planning)
11. (permanent academic record, which includes your grades)
13. Abroad A program that allows students to complete part of their education in another country.
16. (process of officially enrolling in college or a specific course)
18. The fee that students pay to attend classes at a college or university.
20. (unit used to measure college credit)

1. (individuals who have graduated from a college or university)
2. A student who is pursuing their first (bachelor's) degree at a college or university.
4. (place where you purchase all of your required course materials)
7. (a gift of money awarded to help pay for college tuition or expenses)
8. (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – The form students complete to apply for financial aid, including grants, loans, and work-study programs.
10. A temporary work experience, often related to a student’s field of study, that provides practical training and may be paid or unpaid.
12. (necessary preparatory courses required before taking more advanced courses)
14. (person in charge of a major area of a college, such as Arts and Sciences)
15. Aid (process of applying for financial assistance to help cover the costs of attending college)
17. (list of applicants who may be accepted if there’s still space after initial acceptances)
19. Student A student who has completed a bachelor's degree and is pursuing an advanced degree, such as a master’s or doctorate.