College Vocabulary

6. / College readiness test that must be taken before accepted into most schools, with maximum score of 36
7. / The most advanced degree that can be earned
8. / A student who has not yet earned a bachelor’s degree
11. / The percentage of students accepted into the college vs. how many students applied
12. / Financial assistance based on merit and does not have to be paid back
14. / Credit given for 1 lecture hour of class for 15 weeks (or equivalent). Most college classes are 3 credit hours meaning each class is 3 hours each week
15. / A 4 year degree from a college, university, or professional school - usually requires 120 credit hours
16. / Any aid given to college students to help pay for college expenses
17. / The process by which a prospective student is screened and admitted into the school

1. / A student who has completed a bachelor’s degree and is pursuing a higher degree
2. / A 2 year degree from a community or junior college
3. / Costs for courses only
4. / A graduate degree that usually requires 2 or more years of study beyond the bachelor’s degree
5. / A student’s concentrated field of study
9. / The cost for a dorm and meal plan
10. / Financial assistance that does not have to be paid back
13. / College readiness test that must be taken before accepted into most schools, with maximum score of 1600