College Vocab (Fall 2025)

What is the term for a school offering undergraduate and graduate degrees; usually larger; more research opportunities?

• University

• High School

• Community College

• Vocational School

What is the term for a school offering associate and undergraduate degrees; usually smaller; less research opportunities?

• College

• University

• Institute

• Academy

What do you call a student studying to earn an associate's or bachelor's degree?

• Undergraduate (Undergrad) Student

• Graduate Student

• Postdoctoral Fellow

• Professor

What is the term for courses that train you on a specific skill, consisting of 8-40 credit hours?

• Certificate Program

• Diploma Program

• Associate Degree

• Workshop

What is a 2 year college degree called?

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate

What is a 4 year college degree called?

• Bachelor's Degree

• Associate's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate

What do you call a student with a bachelor's degree who is studying to earn a master's or doctoral degree?

• Graduate (Grad) Student

• Undergraduate Student

• High School Student

• Postdoctoral Fellow

What is the term for 2 or more years of study at college or university after a bachelor's degree?

• Master's Degree

• Associate's Degree

• High School Diploma

• Certificate Program

What is the highest level of academic degree called?

• Doctoral Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Associate Degree

• Master's Degree

What is the term for a field of study in college?

• College Major

• College Dormitory

• College Cafeteria

• College Endorsement