College Admissions Terminology

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A standardized test that high school students may take to get accepted into college, usually taken during junior year. Includes reading, math, and sometimes writing.

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ACT Test

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The process of being admitted (selected) for entrance into a college or university.

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Admissions

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A written summary of your qualifications for admission into a college or university, usually including letters of recommendation, transcripts, and essays.

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Application

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An event where you can learn more about different colleges at the same time.

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College Fair

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A two-year college that offers an associate degree and also offers classes to anyone living in the community.

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Community College

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The amount of classes you take in a semester, similar to a schedule.

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Course Load

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A certificate given by a community college to someone who has completed two years of undergraduate education.

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Associate Degree

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A certificate given by a college or university to someone who has finished their undergraduate education (4 years of college).

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Bachelor’s Degree

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A degree earned by someone who has already earned a Bachelor’s Degree, usually taking one or two more years to complete.

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Master’s Degree

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The highest degree given by a university, needed for professions like doctor, psychiatrist, or professor.

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Doctorate (Ph.D)