Vocabulary List 1 (College Research Project)
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Freshman
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A first-year student at a university, college, or high school
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Sophomore
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A second-year student at a university, college, or high school
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Junior
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A third-year student at a university, college, or high school
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Senior
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A fourth-year student at a university, college, or high school
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Honors
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Classes that often offer the same curriculum as regular classes but are tailored for high-achieving students, covering additional topics or some topics in greater depth
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Advanced Placement (AP)
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Covers a wealth of information, skills and assignments found in corresponding college courses
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Grade Point Average (GPA)
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A system for evaluating the overall scholastic performance of students
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Semester
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Calender system used by some schools
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Prerequisites
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A course that is required before taking a more advanced course
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Co-requisite
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A course that must or can be taken at the same time with a given course
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Alumni
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People who have graduated from a school
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Commuter Student
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A student who lives at home or somewhere off campus and drive or take public transportation to attend class
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Tuition
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The cost of classes or credits at a school
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Undergraduate Student
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Student working on a bachelor's degree
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Graduate Student
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A student who has received a bachelor's degree and is working on an advanced degree such as master's or doctoral degree
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Admission Requirements
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Students who want to attend a specific college must meet requirements to be considered for admission
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Catalog
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Book about a specific college that contains general information about classes, faculty, costs, and admission and degree requirements
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Fraternity
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A group of people sharing a common interest
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Sorority
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A women's social organization that are brought together by a common interest
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Mentor
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A person who gives advice and help
