Glossary of Terms
Accreditation
To certify (a school, college, or the like) as meeting all formal official requirements of academic excellence, curriculum, facilities, etc.
Bachelor’s Degree
An academic degree conferred by a college or university upon those who complete the undergraduate curriculum.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Financial Education
The ability to understand the language of finance. It would also allow you to make informed decisions regarding the management of your money.
First Generation
The first person in a family that receives a 4 year degree from a
university.
Low Income
Low income is when your average income falls below the average in your area.
Matriculate
To enroll in a college or university as a candidate for a degree.
Master’s Degree
An academic degree conferred by a college or university upon those who complete at least one year of prescribed study beyond the bachelor’s degree.
Post Secondary
A post-secondary school in America, is anything beyond high school. Some examples are colleges, universities, vocational schools, and technology schools.
Preparatory School
A secondary school preparing students for college.
Satellite Study Center
A facility where university classes are held that are not on the main campus.
Verification
The process of research, examination, etc., required to prove that something is true.