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admission requirements


A set of rules established by each college for a student to be accepted.  
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inline">Academic Calendar: A period of time from the start of the fall semester or quarter, usually in August or September, and continuing through the completion of the spring semester or quar [..]
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accredited


A college or program which has been certified as fulfilling certain standards by a national and/or regional professional association. Accredited schools enable students to qualify for admission to oth [..]
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articulation


The process of evaluating courses to determine whether coursework completed at one college will meet the requirements for admission, transfer credit, general education, or major preparation at another [..]
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articulation agreement


Agreements between community and four-year colleges which indicate the acceptability of courses in transfer toward meeting specific degree requirements. See www.assist.org
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associate degree


A degree granted by the community college to students who complete a specified program of study, usually totaling 60 units. Associate degrees are awarded in arts and science and are sometimes called t [..]
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audit


To attend a class for the purpose of reviewing the information. No grades or credits are given.
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bachelor's degree


A level of education marked by the completion of the equivalent of four or more years of full-time education (at least 124 semester units or 180 quarter units). Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of S [..]
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can


Common numbering system used to identify courses which are often required as lower division preparation for majors. The courses are taught at many colleges with each specific campus using their own un [..]
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cal grants


California Financial Aid, available to students having a financial need as they continue their education at a college or vocational school.
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