College Terms Dictionary
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Dean's List
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A list of students who achieved at least a 3.5 GPA for the term.
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Placement Test
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A test usually given to entering freshman to determine specific knowledge in various subjects. Determines class enrollment.
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Student Aid Report (SAR)
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The result of FAFSA.
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Financial Need
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The difference between the school's cost of attendance (tuition) and the family's ability to pay. COA-EFC=FN
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Credit Hour
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One hour of classroom study at a college or school. Represents one hour of classroom time per week over the period of time that the course is taught.
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MOOCs
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Massive Open Online Course-is a type of online course aimed at large-scale participation and open access via the web.
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Course Number
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The number given to a course at college or university. Three digits in length, hundreds digit marks the relative difficulty.
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Unsubsidized Loan
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A school loan were interest is gained even while the student in still in school.
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AAS
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Associate in Applied Science, associate degree in applied science
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Official Transcript
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A transcript that is mailed directly by the school to your college of choice or is provided to you in a sealed envelope to mail
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In School Deferment
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When a student is attending college, as a minimum half time student, they do not have to repay their loans until the approved deferment date.
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Coursera
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An online source of college courses which is used by colleges or universities, such as the UW.
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Subsidized Loan
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A school loan based on financial need. The federal government pays your interest while you are in school.
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Priority Date
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An early deadline set by colleges that may provide more opportunity for admission or scholarships
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Humanities Course
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A common required course of many colleges. May include classics, history, philosophy, religion, etc.
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Stafford Loan
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A fixed-rate loan from the federal government for students who are at least half time. One of the most common and low cost ways to pay for college.
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Early Action
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A non-binding agreement where students will receive early response to their application.
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Early Decision
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A binding agreement that requires you to attend the college you commit to.
