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add/drop


A process at the beginning of a term whereby students can delete and add classes with an instructor's permission.
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advance registration


A process of choosing classes in advance of other students.
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a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y zacademic adviser


A member of a college faculty who helps and advises students solely on academic matters.
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academic year


The period of formal instruction, which is usually September to May. It may be divided into terms of varying lengths, such as semesters, trimesters, or quarters.
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accreditation


Approval of colleges and universities by nationally recognized professional associations or regional accrediting bodies.
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act


A multiple-choice test of English, math, reading, and science reasoning (plus an optional writing component) used for admission into undergraduate programs.
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affidavit of support


An official document proving a promise of funding from an individual or organization.
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assistantship


A study grant of financial assistance to a graduate student that is offered in return for certain services in teaching or laboratory supervision as a teaching assistant, or for services in research as [..]
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associate degree


A degree awarded after a two-year period of study; it can be either terminal or transfer (the first two years of a bachelor's degree).
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attestation


Official affirmation that a degree or transcript is genuine. Usually signed by a recognized expert or witness.
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