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A unit of measure for college work. Represents one hour of classroom attendance each week for one quarter.

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commencement

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The ceremony at the end of an academic year when students receive their degrees or diplomas (compare to graduation).

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tuition and fees

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The cost of instruction at a college or university.

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undergraduate

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A student who has not yet earned a bachelor's degree; also refers to the courses and instructional programs such a student enrolls in.

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bachelor's degree

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A college degree which can often be earned by following a four-year instructional program.

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associate's degree

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A 2 year degree earned after successfully completing a required program of study in a community or technical college.

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major

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Specialization in one academic discipline or field of study.

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internship

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A supervised short-term apprenticeship or temporary job in a real-world setting closely related to a student's field of study.

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work-study

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A type of financial aid which pays students to work part-time, often on campus, during the academic year.

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FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

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The application required for students to be considered for federal student financial aid.

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syllabus

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An outline plan for a particular class, including textbook requirements, class meeting dates, reading assignments, examination dates, and the instructor's grading standards, etc.

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Master's Degree

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Typically takes 6 years to complete - higher than bachelor's degree.

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grant

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A type of financial aid that does not have to be paid back after the student leaves school.

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advisor

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A member of the college faculty or staff who assists students with planning quarter or semester schedules as well as their overall programs of study.

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academic year

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Usually this refers to the September-June school year. In some cases it refers to the entire year.

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postsecondary

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Refers to all educational programs for students past high-school age; it includes community and technical colleges and job training programs as well as baccalaureate colleges and universities.

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financial aid

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Money available from various sources to help students pay college expenses. These funds come as loans and grants, or scholarships from the state or federal government or other organizations.

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transcript

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An official record of the courses and semester or quarter credits a student has taken at a college or university, the grades and degrees or certificates earned, and any awards and honors received.

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general education

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A set of course requirements designed to help each graduating student achieve competence in a variety of learning outcome areas.

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grade-point average (GPA)

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Computed by multiplying the number value of the grade earned in each course (generally, A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) times the number credits for each course, then dividing the result by the total number of credits taken.

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prerequisite

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A course that must be completed (often with a certain minimum grade) or a skill that must be demonstrated before a student can enroll in a more advanced course .

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scholarship

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A type of financial aid grant. Organizations these according to academic achievement, financial need, or any other basis. Usually there is a competitive application process.

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open admissions

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The policy of some colleges to admit nearly all applicants, regardless of high school grades and admission test scores.

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application

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The first step in requesting admission to an institution of higher education. Usually there is a form to fill out by a certain deadline; sometimes there is an application fee to pay.

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loan

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A type of financial aid that must be repaid to the government agency or other lending organization when the student leaves school.

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