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National accreditation

A recognition that a college or university meets certain standards and requirements set by a national accrediting agency.

  1. Understanding Associate Degree Accreditation (Ensure Quality Education)

Natural disaster or emergency situation

  1. Financial Aid Appeal Process (Get the Aid You Need)

Navigation

  1. What jobs are available with an Associate Degree in Social Work? (6 Common Questions Answered)

NEBHE (New England Board of Higher Education) program

A program that provides tuition discounts for New England residents attending out-of-state public colleges and universities.

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

Necessary qualifications

The minimum requirements or qualifications needed to be eligible for a particular program or degree.

  1. Do hospitals hire associate degree nurses? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  2. Understanding Prerequisites for Your Program (Plan Your Schedule)

Need-based aid

Financial assistance for education that is awarded based on financial need.

  1. Financial Aid for Associate Programs (Maximize Your Aid)
  2. Financial Aid Appeal Process (Get the Aid You Need)
  3. Understanding Tuition and Fees for Associate Degrees (Plan Your Budget)
  4. Work-Study Programs in Associate Degrees (Earn While You Learn)

Netiquette

  1. Online Learning Tips for Associate Degrees (Succeed from Home)

Net present value

  1. Choosing Between Different Associate Programs (Follow Your Interest)

Networking

The act of building and maintaining professional relationships with others in one’s field or industry.

  1. Understanding Internships and Co-Ops (Enhance Your Experience)
  2. How can I earn an Associate Degree in Computer Information Systems? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  3. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  4. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Software Engineering? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  5. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)
  6. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)
  7. Gap Year Before Associate Degree (Is It Right for You?)
  8. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)
  9. What jobs can I get with an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  10. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)
  11. What jobs require an Associate of Science degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  12. How can I use my English Associate’s degree to find work? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  13. Work-Study Programs in Associate Degrees (Earn While You Learn)
  14. Step 1: Transferable Credits
  15. Certificate vs Associate Degree (Weigh Your Options)
  16. Military and Veterans: Navigating Associate Degrees (Know Your Benefits)
  17. How can I obtain an associate degree in engineering? (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 Associate Degree Accreditation (Ensure Quality Education)

Networking etiquette

Guidelines for appropriate behavior and communication during networking events or interactions.

  1. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)

Networking events

Events that provide opportunities for students to network with professionals in a specific field or industry.

  1. Understanding Internships and Co-Ops (Enhance Your Experience)
  2. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)
  3. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)
  4. Do hospitals hire associate degree nurses? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  5. How can I use my English Associate’s degree to find work? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  6. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)
  7. What are the requirements for an HVAC Associate Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  8. What jobs can I get with an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  9. How can I earn a Pharmacy Technician Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)

Networking groups/clubs

Organizations or groups that provide networking opportunities for students in a specific field or industry.

  1. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)

Networking groups or clubs

Organizations or groups that provide opportunities for individuals to connect and build relationships with others in their field or industry.

  1. Understanding Internships and Co-Ops (Enhance Your Experience)

Networking opportunities

Events or activities that facilitate professional networking and relationship-building.

  1. Associate Degree: Online vs On-Campus (Choose the Right Fit)
  2. Choosing Between Different Associate Programs (Follow Your Interest)
  3. Full-Time vs Part-Time Study (Weighing the Pros and Cons)
  4. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)
  5. How can I use my English Associate’s degree to find work? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  6. Associate vs Bachelor Degree (Making an Informed Choice)
  7. Work-Study Programs in Associate Degrees (Earn While You Learn)
  8. Understanding Internships and Co-Ops (Enhance Your Experience)
  9. Gap Year Before Associate Degree (Is It Right for You?)
  10. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  11. Certificate vs Associate Degree (Weigh Your Options)
  12. Applying as a Nontraditional Student (You’re Not Alone)
  13. What are the requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Real Estate? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  14. Are there any engineering jobs that require an Associate’s degree? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  15. What are the requirements for an Associate Degree in Occupational Studies? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  16. What jobs are available with a Criminal Justice associate degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  17. Are there any jobs available with an Associate’s Degree in Engineering? (4 Crucial Questions Answered)
  18. What kind of jobs require an Associate Degree in Arts? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  19. How can I obtain an Associate of Applied Business degree in Accounting? (5 Main Questions Answered)
  20. What types of employment opportunities are available with a General Studies Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  21. What jobs require an Associate’s Degree in Art? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  22. Military and Veterans: Navigating Associate Degrees (Know Your Benefits)
  23. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)
  24. How can I earn a Pharmacy Technician Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  25. What is required to obtain a Real Estate Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  26. How can I obtain an associate degree in engineering? (5 Main Questions Answered)

Networking potential

The opportunity to connect with professionals in one’s field and build a professional network.

  1. Navigating Career Services (Leverage Your Opportunities)
  2. Guide to Choosing Your Major (Follow Your Passion)

Networking skills

  1. Applying as a Nontraditional Student (You’re Not Alone)
  2. What are the graduation requirements for an Associate’s Degree? (6 Common Questions Answered)
  3. Gap Year Before Associate Degree (Is It Right for You?)

Non-custodial parent refusing to contribute to education costs

  1. Financial Aid Appeal Process (Get the Aid You Need)

Non-profit organizations

  1. Gap Year Before Associate Degree (Is It Right for You?)

Non-refundable

Fees or charges that cannot be returned or reimbursed.

  1. Understanding Early Admissions for Associate Programs (Increase Your Chances)
  2. Understanding Your College Acceptance Letter (Navigate the Process)

Norm-referenced test

A standardized test that compares a student’s performance to that of a larger group of test-takers.

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

Note-taking methods

  1. Online Learning Tips for Associate Degrees (Succeed from Home)

Note-taking skills

Techniques for effectively taking and organizing notes during lectures and studying.

  1. Online Learning Tips for Associate Degrees (Succeed from Home)

Notification date

The date by which students are informed of their acceptance or rejection into a program or course.

  1. Understanding Early Admissions for Associate Programs (Increase Your Chances)

Numeracy

The ability to understand and work with numbers and mathematical concepts.

  1. Understanding Remedial Classes in Associate Programs (Bridge the Gap)