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College Vocabulary

College Vocabulary: Bryant/Lewis
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These letters are acronyms for the American College Test. It is designed to measure a student’s level of knowledge in basic areas such as math, science, English and social studies. Colleges may require the results of this test before granting admission.
This is the process by which a prospective student submits the required forms and credentials to his/her chosen institution. Application criteria may include one or more of the following: previous academic records, test scores, interviews, recommendations, and other information provided by the applicant. Also called Admission.
Provide all types of information parents and students need to know about a school. It lists, for example: the institution's history and philosophy, policies and procedures, its accreditation status, courses of study, degrees and certificates offered, physical facilities, admission and enrollment procedures, financial aid, student life activities, etc.
These letters are acronyms for the Scholastic Aptitude Test. It is designed to measure a student’s level of knowledge in basic areas such as math, science, English and social studies. Colleges may require the results of this test before granting admission.
Aid is made available from grants, scholarships, loans, and part-time employment from federal, state, institutional, and private sources. Awards from these programs may be combined in an "award package" to meet the cost of education. The types and amounts of aid awarded are determined by financial need, available funds, student classification, academic performance, and sometimes the timeliness of application.
prescribed by other institutions for completion of a program of study are generally termed degree requirements. Requirements may include a minimum number of hours, required GPA, prerequisite and elective courses within the specified major, and/or minor areas of study.
These are non-classroom activities that can contribute to a well-rounded education. They can include such activities as athletics, clubs, student government, recreational and social organizations and events.
This is the procedure by which students choose classes each semester. It also includes the assessment and collection of fees.
Additional charges not included in the tuition. Fees may be charged to cover the cost of materials and equipment needed in certain courses, and they may be assessed for student events, programs, and publications.
people who have graduated from the institution.
Courses in high school in a number of subject areas that offer college level curriculum and require an exam to obtain college credit
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Receiving both high school and college credit at the same time
Credits a student must earn in order to receive a diploma
Composed of all persons who teach classes for colleges.
The average grade earned by a student, figured by dividing the grade points earned by the number of credits attempted
All colleges require students to maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) to remain in school. Any student not maintaining satisfactory progress toward his/her educational objectives will be placed on ____ ____ for a semester.
Two–year public institutions providing higher education and lower–level tertiary education, granting certificates, diplomas, and associate's degrees
An official report supplied by a school, or the academic record of an individual student, listing subjects studied, grades received, degrees awarded, etc.
A grant of financial aid awarded to a student for the purpose of furthering his or her studies
This is composed of those classes prescribed or outlined by an institution for completion of a program of study leading to a degree or certificate.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The almost universal application for financial aid, including loans, grants, college work-study and other federal and state programs. It is often required before a student can be considered for scholarships also.
These exams are usually given during the last week of classes each semester. The type of final administered in a course is left to the discretion of the instructor. They are given on specified dates that may be different than the regular class time, and are usually listed in each semester’s class schedule.
The rewards for the successful completion of a prescribed program of study. There are three basic types of these: Associate - obtainable at a two-year community or junior college, Baccalaureate or Bachelor’s - offered by four-year colleges and universities, and Graduate - Obtained after the bachelor’s degree, i.e., Masters or Doctorate.