Post Secondary Education Terms

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Post Secondary

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Refers to education beyond high school, including colleges, universities, and vocational schools.

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Public college/university

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An institution of higher education that is predominantly funded by public means through a national or subnational government.

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Private college/university

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An institution of higher education that is not operated by governments but relies on private funding.

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Community College

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A nonresidential junior college offering courses to people living in a particular area.

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Trade School

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An educational institution that teaches skills related to a specific job.

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Technical School

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An institution that offers education and training in technical fields.

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General Education Courses

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Courses that provide a broad educational foundation, typically required in the first years of college.

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Liberal Arts

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Academic programs that emphasize a broad general knowledge and develop intellectual capacities.

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Program of Study

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A set of courses that make up a specific educational program.

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Gap Year

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A year taken off between high school and college to travel, work, or volunteer.