Jobs, Careers & Education Vocabulary

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An institution of higher learning which offers teaching and research facilities and awards a variety of bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and doctorates is called a _________

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University

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An institution of higher learning which offers bachelor’s degrees in liberal arts, science or both is called a _________.

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College

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An institution of higher learning which offers associate degrees; often government-supported and less expensive than universities and colleges is called a _________

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Community/Junior College

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

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Technical School

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A degree that requires 60 hours of coursework, usually taking two years to complete; varies based on school and subject area is called an _________

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Associate Degree

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A degree that requires 120 hours of coursework, usually taking four years to complete; includes general education courses and courses specific to the student’s major is called a _________

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Bachelor’s Degree

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The subject of specialization chosen by a student of an institution of higher learning is called a _________.

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Major

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An advanced degree earned after completing a bachelor’s degree; requires at least an additional 30 hours of coursework after the bachelor’s degree is called a _________

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Master’s Degree

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The 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) is called a _________

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Doctoral Degree

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Activities falling outside of the normal, required curriculum of school are called _________.

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Extracurricular Activities