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Associate's Degree

A degree that generally takes two years of study and is awarded by a community, junior, or business college.

scholarship

A form of financial aid that does not need to be repaid; usually awarded on the basis of academic, athletic or other achievements

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

A form that is completed annually by current and prospective college students to determine their eligibility for financial aid

college major

The field which a student wants to study.

net price

The price after the trade discount has been deducted from the list price.

credential

a document that proves a person is believable

Bachelor's Degree

a four year degree

loans

amounts of money borrowed which will accumulate interest

master's degree

an academic degree from a college or university for those who complete at least one year of prescribed study beyond the bachelor's degree.

credentials

documents, letters, references, etc., that inspire belief or trust

Carrer & technical education

educational programs that specialize in the skilled trades, applied sciences, modern technologies, and career preparation

Industry Based Certification (IBC)

is tangible evidence that an individual has successfully demonstrated skill competencies in a specific set of work-related tasks, a single occupational area, or a cluster of related occupational areas as recognized by the specific industry and verified by successful completion of required assessment components

Master's Degree

A master's degree is the first level of graduate study. To apply for a master degree you usually must already hold an undergraduate degree (a bachelor's degree). A master's degree typically requires a year and one-half to two years of full-time study.

Class Rank

A numerical position one holds within their class in relation to their grade point average.

grants

A sum of money given by a certain organization, especially the government, for a certain reason or cause

dual enrollment classes

According to the U.S. Department of Education, dual enrollment is defined as "...students enroll in postsecondary coursework while also enrolled in high school..

Expected Family Contribution (EFC)

An estimate of the parents' and/or student's ability to contribute to post-secondary expenses. In general, the lower the EFC, the higher the financial aid award from the college may be.

career

An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress.

grade point average (GPA)

Average of grade points earned from grades made in high school classes.

concurrent enrollment classes

Concurrent and dual enrollment partnerships provide high school students the opportunity to take college credit-bearing courses.

elective courses

Courses the student may choose to take, that are not a specified requirement for graduation.

Certification Programs

Describe agreements between fiber and fabric producers regarding product performance and trade names or trademarks.

high school credits or units

In high schools in the United States, where all courses are usually the same number of hours, often meeting every day, students earn one credit for a course that lasts all year, or a half credit per course per semester.

Standardized Tests (ACT, Advanced Placement Tests, and SAT)

Many Colleges Require ACT Standardized Test for Admission. Standardized tests are believed to be one of the most effective tools for predicting student success in college. Whether you believe that or not, it's a fact that many colleges require either the ACT or SAT before granting you admission to their schools.

college preparation courses

Many high schools offer Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) classes that prepare students for the rigors of college coursework

Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.)

One of the highest levels of an academic degree. Typically requires the completion of a Master's Degree plus advanced graduate courses in a specialized area.

online classes

Online classes meet via computer, through an online learning management system, like Blackboard. Online students log in to attend class. There they access course lectures, receive assignments, and correspond with classmates and instructors.

Advanced Placement

program created and controlled by The College Board in which introductory college-level courses are taught in high schools; also known as AP

prerequisite

requirement

College Level Examination Program

the College Board's credit-by-examination program enabling students to demonstrate college-level achievement in 34 different subject areas and receive up to two years of college credit.