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Gap year

A year-long break between high school and college to pursue personal interests or gain work experience.

  1. Gap Year Before Associate Degree (Is It Right for You?)
  2. Understanding Early Admissions for Associate Programs (Increase Your Chances)

GED (General Educational Development)

A high school equivalency exam for individuals who did not complete traditional high school.

  1. Understanding GED vs High School Diploma (Choose Your Path)
  2. What are the requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  3. How can I earn a Pharmacy Technician Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  4. What are the college requirements for an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  5. Navigating the Associate Degree Application (Step-by-Step Guide)
  6. What is required to obtain a Real Estate Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)

General education courses

Courses that cover a range of academic subjects, including math, science, humanities, and social sciences.

  1. Transfer Credits for Associate Degrees (Maximize Your Progress)
  2. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)
  3. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Occupational Studies? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  4. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)
  5. What are the requirements for an HVAC Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  6. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)
  7. What are the college requirements for an associate’s degree in philosophy online? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  8. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  9. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  10. How can I fulfill the general education requirements for an Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  11. What are the requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Real Estate? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  12. How can I obtain an Associate of Applied Business degree in Accounting? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  13. What are the college requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Biblical Studies? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  14. Community College vs Vocational School (Weighing the Options)
  15. How to graduate high school with an associates degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  16. What courses do I need to take to earn an Associate’s Degree in Law? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  17. How can I earn a Pre-Nursing Associate Degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  18. What is required to obtain an Associate Degree in Project Management? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  19. How can I obtain an associate degree in engineering? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  20. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)

General education requirements

Mandatory courses in various academic disciplines that provide a broad foundation of knowledge.

  1. Transfer Credits for Associate Degrees (Maximize Your Progress)
  2. Decoding the Associate of Arts vs Science (Choose Wisely)
  3. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  4. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)
  5. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)
  6. Step 1: Transferable Credits
  7. How can I fulfill the general education requirements for an Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  8. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)
  9. What coursework is needed for an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  10. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  11. What is the general studies requirement of my Associate’s Degree program? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  12. Certificate vs Associate Degree (Weigh Your Options)
  13. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)
  14. Community College vs Vocational School (Weighing the Options)
  15. How much time commitment and financial aid is necessary to complete an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  16. Dual Enrollment: High School and College (Maximize Your Time)
  17. How to graduate high school with an associates degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  18. What college courses do I need to take in order to obtain a Nuclear Engineering Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  19. How can I earn a Pre-Nursing Associate Degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  20. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

Goal setting

The act of defining specific, measurable, and achievable targets for personal or academic development.

  1. Understanding Internships and Co-Ops (Enhance Your Experience)
  2. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)

GPA Calculation

The process of calculating a student’s GPA based on their grades in individual courses.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

GPA (Grade Point Average)

A numerical representation of a student’s academic performance, calculated by averaging all grades earned.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)
  2. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  3. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)
  4. Transfer Credits for Associate Degrees (Maximize Your Progress)
  5. Navigating the Associate Degree Application (Step-by-Step Guide)
  6. Understanding Early Admissions for Associate Programs (Increase Your Chances)
  7. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)
  8. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)
  9. Applying as a Nontraditional Student (You’re Not Alone)
  10. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  11. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)
  12. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  13. Financial Aid for Associate Programs (Maximize Your Aid)
  14. Dual Enrollment: High School and College (Maximize Your Time)
  15. Credit Hours and Course Loads (Balance Your Schedule)
  16. What is required to earn an Associate of General Studies degree? (4 Crucial Questions Answered)
  17. How to graduate high school with an associates degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  18. Military and Veterans: Navigating Associate Degrees (Know Your Benefits)
  19. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)
  20. What is required to obtain an Associate Degree in Project Management? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  21. How do I earn an Associate Degree in Engineering? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  22. What are the requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Real Estate? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  23. What coursework is needed for an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  24. How can I obtain an Associate of Applied Business degree in Accounting? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  25. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  26. Understanding Remedial Classes in Associate Programs (Bridge the Gap)
  27. Financial Aid Appeal Process (Get the Aid You Need)
  28. Work-Study Programs in Associate Degrees (Earn While You Learn)

GPA requirement

  1. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)
  2. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)
  3. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  4. Understanding Early Admissions for Associate Programs (Increase Your Chances)
  5. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  6. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  7. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  8. What are the requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  9. How to graduate high school with an associates degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  10. What are the requirements for an Occupational Therapy Associate Degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)

Grade Forgiveness Policy

  1. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)

Grade inflation

The tendency for grades to increase over time, making it easier for students to achieve higher GPAs.

  1. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)

Grade inflation/deflation

The tendency for grades to increase or decrease over time, often due to changes in grading policies or standards.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

Grade point average (GPA)

A numerical representation of a student’s academic performance, calculated by averaging all grades earned.

  1. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  2. How can I fulfill the general education requirements for an Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  3. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  4. Military and Veterans: Navigating Associate Degrees (Know Your Benefits)
  5. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)

Grade point value

The numerical value assigned to a letter grade, used to calculate a student’s GPA.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

Grade replacement policy

A policy that allows students to replace a low grade with a higher one by retaking a course.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

Grade Scale

  1. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)

Grading policies

The policies and procedures used to assign grades to students in an associate’s degree program.

  1. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)

Grading scale

A system used to assign grades to students based on their performance in a course, typically ranging from A to F.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

Graduate school admissions

The process of applying to and being accepted into a graduate program, which typically requires a bachelor’s degree and other qualifications.

  1. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)

Graduate school options

The different graduate school programs available to students with an associate’s degree.

  1. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)

Graduate school requirements

The specific requirements for admission to a graduate school program.

  1. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)

Graduation

  1. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  2. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)
  3. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)
  4. Understanding Tuition and Fees for Associate Degrees (Plan Your Budget)
  5. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)
  6. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)
  7. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)
  8. Credit Hours and Course Loads (Balance Your Schedule)
  9. Understanding Associate Degree Accreditation (Ensure Quality Education)
  10. Decoding the Associate of Arts vs Science (Choose Wisely)
  11. What is required to obtain an Associate Degree in Project Management? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  12. Community College vs Vocational School (Weighing the Options)
  13. Dual Enrollment: High School and College (Maximize Your Time)
  14. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  15. Understanding Grading Systems in Associate Programs (Maximize Your GPA)
  16. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  17. Understanding the Associate Degree Capstone (Master Your Project)
  18. Navigating the Associate Degree Application (Step-by-Step Guide)
  19. How to graduate high school with an associates degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  20. Choosing Between Different Associate Programs (Follow Your Interest)
  21. Certificate vs Associate Degree (Weigh Your Options)
  22. What is required to earn an Associate of General Studies degree? (4 Crucial Questions Answered)
  23. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)
  24. How can I earn a Pharmacy Technician Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  25. How can I earn a Pre-Nursing Associate Degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  26. Financial Aid for Associate Programs (Maximize Your Aid)
  27. How much time commitment and financial aid is necessary to complete an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  28. How can I obtain an associate degree in engineering? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  29. What coursework is needed for an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  30. Understanding Remedial Classes in Associate Programs (Bridge the Gap)
  31. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  32. Military and Veterans: Navigating Associate Degrees (Know Your Benefits)
  33. Work-Study Programs in Associate Degrees (Earn While You Learn)

Graduation application deadline

  1. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)

Graduation application process

The steps required to apply for graduation from an associate’s degree program.

  1. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  2. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)
  3. How much time commitment and financial aid is necessary to complete an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  4. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)

Graduation celebration

  1. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)

Graduation ceremony participation

  1. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)

Graduation expenses

The costs associated with completing an associate’s degree program, including tuition, fees, and textbooks.

  1. Understanding Tuition and Fees for Associate Degrees (Plan Your Budget)

Graduation honors

  1. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)

Graduation planning

The process of planning and scheduling courses to ensure timely completion of an associate’s degree program.

  1. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)
  2. Decoding the Associate of Arts vs Science (Choose Wisely)

Graduation rate data

Information on the percentage of students who complete their associate’s degree program within a certain timeframe.

  1. Understanding Associate Degree Accreditation (Ensure Quality Education)

Graduation rates

The percentage of students who complete their associate’s degree program within a certain timeframe.

  1. Understanding Remedial Classes in Associate Programs (Bridge the Gap)
  2. Understanding Associate Degree Accreditation (Ensure Quality Education)

Graduation requirements

The specific courses and credits needed to complete an associate’s degree program.

  1. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)
  2. Navigating the Associate Degree Application (Step-by-Step Guide)
  3. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  4. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)
  5. Dual Enrollment: High School and College (Maximize Your Time)
  6. Choosing Between Different Associate Programs (Follow Your Interest)
  7. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)
  8. Understanding GED vs High School Diploma (Choose Your Path)
  9. Step 1: Transferable Credits
  10. Understanding Associate Degree Accreditation (Ensure Quality Education)
  11. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)
  12. How can I finance my Kinesiology Associate Degree program and what is the time commitment involved? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  13. Credit Hours and Course Loads (Balance Your Schedule)
  14. How can I obtain an associate degree in engineering? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  15. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  16. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)
  17. How can I fulfill the general education requirements for an Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)

Graduation timeline

The expected timeline for completing an associate’s degree program.

  1. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)
  2. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  3. Transfer Credits for Associate Degrees (Maximize Your Progress)

Grammar

The set of rules governing the structure of language.

  1. Placement Tests: What to Expect (Ace Your Test)
  2. How can I use my English Associate’s degree to find work? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  3. What kind of jobs require an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)

Grammatical accuracy

The correctness of grammar and syntax in written or spoken language.

  1. Navigating the Associate Degree Application (Step-by-Step Guide)

Grant availability

The availability of grants for students pursuing an associate’s degree.

  1. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)

Grants

Financial aid that does not need to be repaid, typically awarded based on financial need.

  1. Financial Aid for Associate Programs (Maximize Your Aid)
  2. How can I finance my Kinesiology Associate Degree program and what is the time commitment involved? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  3. What are the college requirements for an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  4. Financial Aid Appeal Process (Get the Aid You Need)
  5. How can I earn an Associate Degree in Computer Information Systems? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  6. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)
  7. What are the college requirements for an associate’s degree in philosophy online? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  8. How much time commitment and financial aid is necessary to complete an Associate’s Degree in Biology? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  9. Understanding Tuition and Fees for Associate Degrees (Plan Your Budget)
  10. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)
  11. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  12. Military and Veterans: Navigating Associate Degrees (Know Your Benefits)
  13. What jobs are available with an Associate Degree in Social Work? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  14. Understanding Degree Audit (Stay on Track)
  15. Understanding GED vs High School Diploma (Choose Your Path)
  16. Choosing Between Different Associate Programs (Follow Your Interest)
  17. Applying as a Nontraditional Student (You’re Not Alone)

Gratitude

  1. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)

Guaranteed admission

A program that guarantees admission to a specific college or university upon meeting certain requirements.

  1. Transfer to a Bachelor’s Program (Plan Your Path)

Guessing tactics

Strategies used to make educated guesses on multiple-choice exams.

  1. Placement Tests: What to Expect (Ace Your Test)

Guest access policies

Rules and regulations that govern the access of non-students to campus facilities and resources.

  1. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)

Guest seating arrangements

  1. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)

Guest Tickets

  1. Navigating Associate Degree Commencement (Celebrate Your Achievement)