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major

subject of specialization chosen by a student of an institution of higher learning

mentor

trusted guide or counselor who provides information, advice and support

associate degree

requires 60 hours of coursework, usually taking two years to complete; vary based on school and subject area

Bachelor's Degree

requires 120 hours of coursework, usually taking four years to complete; include general education courses and courses specific to the student's major

extracurricular activities

activities falling outside of the normal, required curriculum of school

master's degree

advanced degree earned after completing a bachelor's degree; requires at least an additional 30 hours of coursework after the bachelor's degree

scholarship

financial aid awarded to a student, as for the purpose of attending an institution of higher learning, often offered for academic achievement; does not require repayment

grant

financial aid given to a student of an institution of higher learning by the federal government, state government, college, or organization; usually offered due to financial need; does not require repayment

loan

financial aid provided on the terms it will be repaid

doctoral degree

highest level of degree available; requires between 90 and 120 additional hours of coursework after the bachelor's degree (could be less if you already have a master's degree)

community/junior

institution of higher learning which offers associate degrees; often government supported and less expensive than universities and colleges

college

institution of higher learning which offers bachelor's degrees in liberal arts, science or both

university

institution of higher learning which offers teaching and research facilities and awards a variety of bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorates

technical school

institution of higher learning which offers training for specific careers, such as welding, culinary arts, plumbing, medical assisting, cosmetology, etc.; sometimes provide students with licensure, certification or associate degrees; also known as vocational college or trade school

work-study program

program providing financial aid to a student of an institution of higher learning in exchange for employment services