College and Career Terminology

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Major

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An area of study that you focus on while in college. Students usually major in an area they might like to work in some day.

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Minor

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An area of study that you can pursue, but it is not your major focus of study.

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Postsecondary

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Any education after high school. This is often called "higher education" or "college".

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Undergraduate Student

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Any college student without a bachelor's degree.

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Work Study

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Study Jobs offered through a college and funded by the federal government to help students pay for college.

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Tuition

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What it costs to take classes and use certain facilities at college. Tuition does not include room and board, books and other fees.

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Transcript

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A record of your academic progress

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Trade

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A hands-on career that requires a high level of training and skills

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Scholarships

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Money given to college students because of a special achievement, ability or background. It does not have to be repaid

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Board

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The meal cost of eating on campus. All freshman are required to purchase a meal plan if they live on campus.