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Higher edu. terms

Vocab words for higher learning education.

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ACT College admission test that measures English, math, reading, and science reasoning Scores range from 1-36 along with a composite score and 11 sub-scores broken down by subject areas. www.act.org
Advanced placement tests: Designed for students who have completed college level work in high school AP tests are given in specific subject areas and are sued to determine if a student may gain advanced standing in college.
Admission The decision to allow a student to enter a college or university.
Admission test: A standardized test that used in the admission process to predict the likely hood of a student's success in college.
Application A formal request for admission to a college or university.
Aptitude A natural ability or talent.
Associate's degree A two-year degree that generally prepares a student for further study.
Bachelor's Degree (B.A. ,B.S.,B.F.A ,,B.A.A) A four year degree in a specified subject.
Certificate: Recognition provided to a student for completion of a short-term vocational or career training program.
Class Rank A student's approximate standing in his/her graduating class, based on grade point average (e.g., 72nd in a class of 410; in the "upper fifth" of the class.
Common Application A standardized application form used by a consortium of colleges for admission .
Degree The rank of title given by a college or university to a student who has met coursework and gradation requirements.
Diploma Certificate issued by a school, college, or university to a student who has met coursework and graduation requirements.
Doctorate Degree Master's Degree plus advanced graduate courses in specialized area. Normally requires three to five years of additional full time studies after completion of a master's degree.
Early Intervention A process that begins in the late elementary and middle school grades when counselors and educators introduce the concepts of preparation for college and the admission process to students and parents.
Education Testing Service. A non profit agency established by The College Board to produce educational tests. (www.ets.org)
Expected Family contribution An amount the student and student's family are expected to contribute toward his/her education. It's used in determining eligibility for federal student aid.
Extracurricular Activities. Any school activity, such as athletics, drama, or music; that offers the student an opportunity to complement his or her classroom experiences.
FAFSA(Free Application for federal student aid) A form required by the government for application to any federal equation aid program. Can contribute to a student's total college financial aid package.- Free of charge.
Financial Aid or Assistance Any federal award to a student (Grant, scholarship, or loan)
Grade Point Average. An indicator of the student's overall scholastic performance.
Grants: Awards based on financial aid that do not require repayment. Grants are available through the federal government, state agencies, and educational institution.
Honors program Any Program offering the opportunity for superior students to enrich their educational experiences through independent, advanced, or accelerated study.
Letter of Recommendation An assessment of the student's aptitude, abilities, and interests, written by a teacher or counselor and used by colleges and universities in the admission process.
Major: The subject of study in which the students chooses to specialize; a series of related courses, taken primarily in the junior and senior years of college.
Master's Degree Bachelor's degree plus graduate courses in a specialized area. A master's Degree usually requires two additional years of full-time studies after completion of a Bachelor's Degree.
Open admissions The policy of some colleges of admitting virtually all high school graduates, regardless of academic qualifications such as high school grades and admission scores.
PLAN A pre-ACT test and examination of interests and skills for the 10th graders.
Post-secondary Opportunities that are available after graduation from high school (secondary school); usually refers to colleges and universities in the admission process. May also be required for scholarship applications.
PSAT/NMSQT: Preliminary SAT Enables students to practice for the SAT reasoning test and serves as the qualifying test for scholarship competitions.
Regular Decision The Application process in which a student submits an application to an institution by a specified date and receives a decision within a reasonable and clearly states period of time, but not later than April 15.
Rolling Admission The application process whereby a college reviews an application when the individual folder (Application form and all supporting Data) is completed and communicates the admission decision within a few weeks of reviewing the folder.
Sat( Reasoning Test) College Admission test designed to measure critical reading, math, and writing skills needed for academic success in college. SAT scores range from 200 to 800 in each of the three sections (Writing, math, and critical reading.) WWW.collegeboard.com
Scholarship Financial Aid based on merit and paid directly to the student in the form of an outright gift. Some scholarships are given to students who exhibit a particular ability or skill, such as in music or athletics.
Standardized Tests Tests such as the ACT and the SAT that provide college admission officers with a comparative standard for evaluating a student;s academic aptitude and likelihood of success in college.
Student Aid support The information received after the FAFSA has been processed. The SAR reports the Expected Family Contribution.
Transcript The official record of high school or college courses and grades, generally required as part of the college application.
Work/Study. Money earned in a job obtained through the help of the college's financial aid office. Hours/location of the job are compatible with academic life and school schedule.
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