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- 5. A postsecondary institution that provides an undergraduate education and, in some cases, master's and doctorate degrees. College, in a separate sense, is a division of a university; for example, College of Business.
- 7. To take a class without receiving credit toward a degree.
- 9. A first-year student at a secondary school, college, or university.
- 11. Process through which students select courses to be taken during a quarter, semester, or trimester.
- 12. A certified copy of a student's educational record.
- 15. Leave with pay granted to give a faculty member an extended period of time for concentrated study.
- 16. A detailed description of the course of study for which a candidate applies. The plan should incorporate the objectives given in the student's “statement of purpose.”
- 18. An amount charged by universities, in addition to tuition, to cover costs of institutional services.
- 21. The period of formal instruction, which is usually September to May. It may be divided into terms of varying lengths, such as semesters, trimesters, or quarters.
- 22. An official publication giving information about a university's academic programs, facilities, entrance requirements, and student life.
- 24. The process of moving from one university to another to complete a degree.
- 25. A challenging program for students with high grades.
- 28. Approval of colleges and universities by nationally recognized professional associations or regional accrediting bodies.
- 30. A fourth-year student at a secondary school, college, or university.
- 31. An outline of topics covered in an academic course.
- 34. The grade point average is the combined average of a student's grades for all academic coursework completed.
- 35. Expenses such as housing and meals, books and supplies, transportation, personal expenses, health insurance, etc.
- 37. The Test of English as a Foreign Language is an English language proficiency examination of applicants whose native language is not English.
- 39. Diploma or title conferred by a college, university, or professional school upon completion of a prescribed program of studies.
- 40. A student who has completed a course of study, either at secondary school or college level. A (…) program at a university is a study course for students who already hold a bachelor's degree.
- 41. A requirement of some graduate programs that students must show basic reading and writing proficiency in a language other than their own to receive a degree.
- 42. One who is enrolled in an institution taking a full load of courses; the number of courses and hours is specified by the institution.
- 43. Official affirmation that a degree or transcript is genuine. Usually signed by a recognized expert or witness.
- 46. A study grant of financial aid, usually given at the undergraduate level, that may take the form of a waiver of tuition and/or fees.
- 47. A student who is taking classes but is not enrolled in a degree program.
- 49. Courses that may be chosen from any field of study. Electives give students an opportunity to explore other topics or subjects of interest.
- 50. People who teach courses at colleges and universities. Faculty members may include professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and instructors.
- 52. A written work containing the results of research on a specific topic prepared by a candidate for a bachelor's or master's degree.
- 54. Housing facilities on the campus of a college or university reserved for students. A typical dormitory would include student rooms, bathrooms, common rooms, and possibly a cafeteria. Also known as “dorms” for short.
- 60. Regularly scheduled class sessions of one to five hours (or more) per week during a term. A degree program is made up of a specified number of required and elective courses and varies from institution to institution.
- 61. Thesis written on an original topic of research, usually presented as one of the final requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D.).
- 62. A postsecondary institution that specializes in degree programs in a group of closely related subjects; for example, Institute of Technology.
- 64. The land on which the buildings of a college or university are located.
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- 1. A third-year student at a secondary school, college, or university.
- 2. The money an institution charges for instruction and training (does not include the cost of books).
- 3. The administrative procedure of dropping a course or leaving an institution.
- 4. Administrative subdivision of a school, college, or university through which instruction in a certain field of study is given (such as English department or history department).
- 6. A form of small group instruction, combining independent research and class discussions under the guidance of a professor.
- 8. Male social, academic, and philanthropic organizations found on many U.S. campuses.
- 9. Often referred to as a “final,” a final exam is a cumulative exam on a particular course subject encompassing all material covered throughout the duration of the course.
- 10. Usually refers to studies for individuals who have completed a graduate degree. May also be used to refer to graduate education.
- 13. The International English Language Testing System is an English language proficiency examination of applicants whose native language is not English.
- 14. An exam administered after half the academic term has passed that covers all class material up until that point.
- 17. Courses that provide the foundation of the degree program and are required of all students seeking that degree.
- 19. Degree awarded upon completion of academic requirements that usually include a minimum of one year's study beyond the bachelor's degree.
- 20. A degree awarded upon completion of approximately four years of full-time study.
- 23. The highest academic degree conferred by a university to students who have completed graduate study beyond the bachelor's and/or master's degree. Students should demonstrate their academic ability through oral and written examinations and original research presented in the form of a dissertation.
- 26. Refers to the expenses of attending a university, including room (living quarters) and board (meals), books, clothing, laundry, local transportation, and incidentals.
- 27. A general term that includes all types of money, loans, and work/study programs offered to a student to help pay tuition, fees, and living expenses.
- 29. A person who assists the residence hall director in campus dormitories and is usually the first point of contact for students who need assistance or have questions about campus life.
- 32. Common method of instruction in college and university courses.
- 33. A multiple-choice test that measures your knowledge in specific subject areas.
- 36. Period of study lasting approximately 15 to 16 weeks or one-half the academic year.
- 38. The student's field of concentration. These courses represent 25-50% of the total number of courses required to complete a degree.
- 44. The evaluation of a student's academic work.
- 45. An examination used to test a student's academic ability in a certain field so that he or she may be placed in the appropriate courses in that field. In some cases, a student may be given academic credit based on the results of a placement test.
- 48. Programs or courses that a student is required to complete before being permitted to enroll in a more advanced program or course.
- 51. Female social, academic, and philanthropic organizations found on many U.S. campuses.
- 53. A term that is also used in place of the words “college,” “university,” or “institution.”
- 55. The student's secondary field of concentration. Students who decide to pursue a minor will usually complete about five courses in this second field of study.
- 56. A student who lives in accommodations that are not administered by the college and are off the campus grounds. He or she travels to campus every day for classes.
- 57. A second-year student at a secondary school, college, or university.
- 58. Units that most colleges and universities use to record the completion of courses (with passing grades) that are required for an academic degree.
- 59. A postsecondary institution that offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
- 63. Course in an academic discipline offered as part of a curriculum of an institution of higher learning.