education Glossary

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A unit that gives weight to the value, level, or time requirements of an academic course.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

A number representing the average value of the accumulated final grades earned in courses over time.

A grant or payment made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement.

A category of academic appointment that ensures a professor can only be terminated for cause.

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A unit that gives weight to the value, level, or time requirements of an academic course.

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Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

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A number representing the average value of the accumulated final grades earned in courses over time.

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A grant or payment made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement.

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A category of academic appointment that ensures a professor can only be terminated for cause.